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Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Help Texas Cattle Ranchers Recover from Wildfires
WASHINGTON, DC — Yesterday, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) and Senator Ted Cruz (TX) introduced the Livestock Indemnity Program Enhancement Act to help Texas livestock producers recover from the devastating wildfires that occurred in the Texas Panhandle earlier this year. The bill aims to provide additional support to ranchers who suffered losses, particularly addressing the issue of unborn livestock losses, as highlighted by Jackson and Cruz.Jackson emphasized the importance of assisting producers in their recovery, stating, “While the Livestock Indemnity Program will...
Rep. Jackson Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winner
Amarillo, TX — Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) revealed the victor of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Texas’ Thirteenth Congressional District. The competition, open to high school students nationwide, offers the opportunity for the winning artwork to be showcased in the United States Capitol for a year.In a statement, Congressman Ronny Jackson expressed, “Congratulations to Ashlyn Akemon for securing first place in the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Texas’ Thirteenth Congressional District. Ashlyn’s artwork depicts vintage cars against the...