Recent events
2026-04-30
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Voted yea on H.R. 7567 (Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (Farm Bill) — On Passage) on 2026-04-30: Williams voted Yea (224-200) as part of the unanimous Texas Republican support for the Farm Bill. His…
2026-04-29
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Voted yea on H.R. 7147 / H.R. 7744 (Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026) on 2026-04-29: Williams voted repeatedly to fund DHS and end the partial shutdown. He posted on X that 'Democrats need to…
2025-11-12
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Voted yea on H.R. 5371 (Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 — Ending the 43-Day Government Shutdown) on 2025-11-12: Williams voted to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, aligning with…
2025-07-03
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[disclosure] The Congressional Budget Office projected the OBBB would add approximately $3-4 trillion to the federal deficit over 10 years and cut roughly $930 billion from Medicaid. Williams had previously positioned…
2025-07-03
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[vote] Williams voted Yea on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1, Roll Call 190) on July 3, 2025, calling it 'fantastic for Main Street America' and a bill that 'puts more money in the hands of the people.' He…
2025-07-03
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Voted yea on H.R. 1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act — On Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendment and Final Passage) on 2025-07-03: Williams worked as a chief promoter of the OBBB, going on Newsmax to defend the bill and…
2025-06-13
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Voted yea on H.J.Res. / H.R. 4 (Rescissions Act of 2025 — On Passage) on 2025-06-13: Williams voted Yea (214-212) to rescind $9.4 billion in previously appropriated federal spending, including Corporation for Public…
2025-04-10
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Voted yea on H.R. 22 (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act — On Passage) on 2025-04-10: Williams voted with all Republicans (220-208) to require documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration. Only…
2025-01-17
Other facts
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Roger Williams filed filing with the SEC on 2025-01-17. Accession number: N/A.
2025-01-07
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Voted yea on S. 5 / H.R. 29 (Laken Riley Act — On Passage) on 2025-01-07: Williams voted with all Republicans and 46 Democrats (264-159) to mandate ICE detention for undocumented immigrants charged with theft. He went…
2025-01-03
Stated positions
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Williams serves as Chairman of the House Small Business Committee and member of the House Financial Services Committee. He was previously appointed Texas Secretary of State by Governor Rick Perry in 2005.
2024-06-30
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Top contributing industries (2007-2024): Automotive ($1,344,126 — $1,036,861 individuals + $307,265 PACs), Real Estate ($1,341,645), Oil & Gas ($1,322,080), Securities & Investment ($1,247,573), Retired ($1,190,011).
2024-06-30
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Top contributing organizations (2007-2024): Berkshire Hathaway ($171,976 — $130,476 individuals + $41,500 PAC), Lockheed Martin ($132,200 — $80,700 individuals + $51,500 PAC), Luther King Capital Management ($86,100)…
2024-06-30
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Career (2007-2024): Raised $15,811,942; Spent $14,072,052; Cash on hand $923,687; Debts $0. Top career industry: Automotive ($1,344,126). Top career contributor: Berkshire Hathaway ($171,976).
2024-04-20
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Voted nay on H.R. 8035 (Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 ($60.8 billion)) on 2024-04-20: Williams was a vocal anti-Ukraine aid Republican, earning an 'F' grade from Republicans for Ukraine. He…
2020-07-06
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JRW Corporation, owned by Williams, received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan of $1 million to $2 million for 122 jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The loan was potentially forgivable. Williams voted against a…
2020-05-28
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[vote] Williams voted Yea on the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (2020) which enabled his own auto dealership to have its $1-2 million PPP loan forgiven. He voted against a Democratic bill requiring public…
2017-08-01
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[disclosure] The House Ethics Committee ultimately cleared Williams in August 2017, finding 'the evidence is insufficient to warrant further action.' However, the committee cautioned that Williams 'should have reached…
2017-04-24
Transactions
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Williams owns the Roger Williams Auto Mall, a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM & SRT dealership in Weatherford, Texas. His car dealerships and associated real estate have been valued as high as $50 million, with a net worth…
2017-04-24
Transactions
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In 2017, Williams promoted the preservation of 'last in, first out' (LIFO) accounting — a tax provision that allows businesses with increasing inventory prices, like car dealerships, to save money on taxes. His own…
2016-08-11
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[disclosure] The Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE) found 'substantial reason to believe' that Williams' 'personal financial interest in his auto dealership may be perceived as having influenced his performance of…
2015-11-18
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[statement] In 2015, Williams introduced an amendment to a transportation bill that would have exempted auto dealerships — including his own Roger Williams Auto Mall — from rules prohibiting the rental or loaning of…
