Pete Sessions Gets Things Done
As a conservative member of Congress, I strongly support an agenda that puts more money into American’s Pockets. This is produced by a conservative agenda through capitalism that uses the rule of law and investment that creates American jobs as the centerpiece of its goals.
This is accomplished through a working relationship with communities and building infrastructure that can meet the demand of significant population changes in Texas. If not voting in Washington, I am in the district supporting the needs of TX-17.
I am a deeply committed Christian with Texas principles who understands that America as one nation under God seeks and expects to lead with moral character and clarity. As an Eagle Scout, I am faithful to believe in building a stronger America with respect towards lending a purpose driven life for our youth and families.
I was born, raised, and live in Waco, Texas, with my wife Karen. I am so proud to represent a new District with the Energy to work for Victory.
God Bless,
Congressman Pete Sessions
Meet Pete
U.S. Congressman, 1997-2019, 2021-Present
Chairman, Subcommittee on Government Operations on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
Senior Member, House Financial Services Committee
DOGE Caucus Co-Chair
Chairman, House Rules Committee, 2013-2019
Chairman, National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), 2009-2012
Member, Board of Trustees, Southwestern University, 2007-2019
Graduate, Southwestern University, 1978
AT&T Executive, 1978-1993
Born, raised, and lives in Waco, TX
Eagle Scout and Committee Member, National Eagle Scout Association
Lifetime Member, National Rifle Association
Member, First Methodist Waco
Honorary Rotarian
Lifetime Member, Texas State Rifle Association
Pete & Karen Sessions
Pete and Karen are the proud parents and grandparents of five sons, two daughters-in-law, and a granddaughter. Drs. Bill and Kayle Sessions, both Texas Tech University Medical School graduates, enjoy baby Virginia while not on hospital call. Alex Sessions, a special-needs young man, works diligently for Home Depot in Austin. Conor Diebel, a U.S. Navy veteran, is in flight school at Stephen F. Austin State University. Liam Diebel, a graduate of Baylor University and University of Dallas (MBA) is married to Lauren and works in Manufacturing. Nicholas Diebel, a graduate of Rollins College, Economics (MBA) works in Finance. Peaches has been in-service since 2021.
Today, Pete serves as a senior member on the House Financial Services and Oversight Committees. Additionally, he serves as Chairman on the Subcommittee on Government Operations on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
More About Pete
A
proven conservative leader, Pete Sessions has combined hard work, innovative
thinking, and common-sense principles to successfully serve Texas in Congress.
Born and raised in Waco, Pete attended Waco public schools until the ninth grade, playing sports, becoming an Eagle Scout, and throwing newspapers for the Waco Tribune – Herald. Pete left Waco when his family moved to Washington D.C., where his father began his career at the Department of Justice.
Pete’s
parents have always been an example to Pete. As Bill Sessions (Baylor BA and
JD) rose from the Department of Justice to U.S. Attorney, then Federal Judge
and, finally, to Director of the FBI, he impressed upon Pete a sense of duty
and integrity for all positions of public service – elected and unelected. Pete
moved back to Texas as his father became the U.S. Attorney in San Antonio,
where Pete graduated from Churchill High School.
After
graduating from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, Pete joined the Southwestern
Bell Telephone company, where he worked for 16 years, never missing a day of
work and taking early retirement as District Manager, just prior to running for
Congress.
Throughout his professional life, Pete has been very involved in community activities, serving in various leadership roles with the Boy Scouts of America, disability assistance and local conservation groups, as well as serving on the Board of Trustees of his alma mater for twelve years.
In
1994, Pete ran for Congress by challenging liberal Democrat congressman John
Bryant in a district that stretched from east Dallas to many counties now in the
17 th Congressional District. Falling just shy of pulling off an
upset, Pete ran again in 1996, winning that year and serving in Congress from
1997 to January of 2019.
While
in Congress, Pete was part of the Republican House majority that balanced the
federal budget four years in a row from 1998 to 2001. He led the National
Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) as its Chairman from 2009 through
2012, directing the party to regain the House majority with a net 63-seat
victory in 2010, which removed Nancy Pelosi as Speaker.
In
2018, Democrats spent $10 million against Pete in a district that went
dramatically for Beto O’Rourke over Ted Cruz, in a year that swept Nancy Pelosi
back into office as House Speaker.
Returning
to the private sector, Pete watched in amazement as Pelosi and her House
Democrats openly adopted socialist policies.
While
contemplating how he could help reverse the nation’s lurch to the left and the
young generation’s fascination with socialism, Pete began receiving calls from conservative
activists in Central Texas. They encouraged him to run for his hometown seat.
After
talking with his wife and family, Pete decided to jump back in the fight and is
committed to achieving five specific accomplishments in Congress:
Keep America safe through a strong national defense
Balance the federal budget without raising any new taxes
Stand with President Trump to build the wall and strengthen our immigration laws
Deliver better health care to families at lower costs
Ensure the U.S. stays competitive with a renewed commitment to Research and Development
When I ran for Congress, I did so to stand for the principles that have made America the greatest nation on earth, a democracy based on our Constitution and three equal branches of government. However, to work, our legislative system requires elected representatives to respect each other as a show of respect for all citizens.
Democrats erode our nation by disrespecting elected representatives who dare oppose their policies, and many have lost integrity in how they advocate for their proposals. Opponents are “racist” when seeking true equal treatment under the law, “conspiracy theorists” when wanting election integrity, and “nativist” when calling for enforcement of our immigration laws.
For these reasons, I am committed now more than ever in expanding our conservative Republican majority in the House of Representatives.
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.