State Representative Kevin Roberts Announces Candidacy for the
2
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Congressional District of Texas
Houston, TX – Wednesday, November 8, 2017 –
Following Congressman Ted Poe’s (TX-02) notification yesterday that he will not run for re-election, State Representative Kevin Roberts (HD-126) today announced he will be seeking the Republican nomination to serve as the new U.S. Representative for the region. Roberts currently serves in the Texas State Legislature representing a portion of Northwest Harris County. The 2
nd
Congressional District is wholly within Harris County and includes all, or parts of the following: Atascocita, Champions, Cy-Fair, F.M. 1960 Area, Garden Oaks, Houston, Huffman, Humble, Kingwood, Klein, Montrose, Medical Center, Memorial Park, Old Braeswood, Rice Village, South Hampton, Spring, Spring-Klein, Spring Branch, Summerwood, The Heights, West University.
“Congressman Poe has been a tremendous example of what true servant-leadership means in the House of Representatives. He brought a no-nonsense, straight-forward approach to solving the challenges our nation faced and dealt directly with problems in our federal government,” Roberts said. “Our region is still reeling from the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. We need dedicated, effective leadership to help the thousands of families and small business who have been affected by that devastating storm. The strength and resiliency our neighbors and communities have shown throughout this recovery effort is an inspiration to me as I offer myself as a conservative, Republican candidate to serve on their behalf.”
Roberts Pledges to Continue a Legacy of Limited Government Conservatism
“From my time serving in the State Legislature, I have a proven record of delivering conservative results that seek to make our government more effective, while limiting its powers to intervene in our lives. President Trump and this Congress have begun to roll back the damaging effects of eight years of the Obama Administration, but there is much more to do. From getting rid of Obamacare to strengthening our military, securing our border, and continuing the necessary work to unravel debilitating government regulations and taxes that have strangled our nation, there is no shortage of conservative reforms that are needed to create a stronger future for our children and nation.
I am asking for the vote and support of conservatives across the 2
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Congressional District so we can ensure we have a voice in Congress who understands the Texas model of success: fewer regulations and taxes coupled with pro-growth policies are necessary to create more freedom, opportunity, and prosperity for our families and small businesses.”
About Kevin:
A native Texan, Kevin was raised by his grandparents in Amarillo. As a 14-year-old, he got his first job delivering prescriptions for a local retail drugstore, where he learned the importance of integrity, commitment, and hard work. He worked to pay his own way through Texas Tech University and became the first college graduate in his family.
Kevin met his wife, Hollie, at a debate tournament in high school. Kevin and Hollie have two sons, a daughter-in law, and are the proud grandparents of one grandson. They have been active members of Champion Forest Baptist Church where Kevin serves as a deacon. Kevin has also been an active member of the Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce, Houston Realty Business Coalition, and the Klein ISD Career and Technical Education Advisory Council. He has served on the Grow Northwest Economic Development Advisory Council and the Public Policy Council committee for Houston Northwest Chamber, as well as the Community Advisory Council for Lone Star College – University Park. Roberts previously served on the Board of Directors for the D. Bradley McWilliams YMCA at Cypress Creek and Northland Christian School, where he founded the school’s nationally recognized debate team.
Professionally, Kevin has spent the majority of his career in executive management and leadership roles using his expertise in strategic planning, organizational design, financial and organizational management. Roberts excels in growing small businesses into nationwide enterprises. Through his ability to make tough decisions, he keeps businesses financially stable while fostering their rapid growth. Since 2002, he has worked as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of The Lanier Law Firm, where he guided the expansion of the firm into Los Angeles and New York.
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