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...
Which former Amarillo Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?
These former Amarillo Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.
How many people were old enough to vote in Oldham County during 2021?
Of the 2,251 citizens living in Oldham County in 2021, 64.9% were old enough to vote, equating to 1,460 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
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- Census Bureau: 72.5% of people in Potter County were old enough to vote in 2021
- Potter County County Schools: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2021-22 school year?
- Which former Amarillo Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?
- 2021-22 School Year: What was most represented ethnicity in Gray County County schools?
In 2021-22 school year, white students had highest representation in Hutchinson County County schools
The most prevalent ethnicity among students enrolled in Hutchinson County County student body in the 2021-22 school year was white, according to the Texas Education Agency.
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Rep. Jackson Announces Over $200 Million Signed into Law for TX-13
Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) recently announced that over $200 million has been signed into law for Texas' Thirteenth Congressional District. In response to the Fiscal Year 2024 government funding package, Jackson expressed his satisfaction with the allocation of funds for various projects within the district."I take extreme pride in securing more than $200 million for Texas' Thirteenth Congressional District, benefiting our families, farmers, producers, local businesses, rural communities, and national security," said Jackson.Key highlights of the funding include...
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Rep. Jackson Introduces Resolution Against the ICJ and South Africa
Representatives Ronny Jackson and David Kustoff have introduced a resolution condemning the recent Order from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and South Africa for their actions against Israel. The resolution emphasizes Israel's right to self-defense and criticizes the ICJ for failing to consider this right.In a statement, Representative Jackson expressed his concern over the ICJ's decision, stating, "It's abhorrent that South Africa would fall prey to terrorist propaganda and bring this case against Israel in the first place." He criticized the ICJ for not...
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Rep. Jackson Introduces Resolution to Prohibit Dangerous Paraguayan Beef Imports
WASHINGTON, DC — Yesterday, Congressman Jackson introduced a resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to oppose the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s (APHIS) Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay final rule. The resolution aims to prevent the importation of Paraguayan beef into the United States due to concerns over the potential risks it poses to the country's agriculture industry.In a statement, Congressman Jackson emphasized the importance of protecting America's cattle industry, stating, "Centuries of blood and sweat have gone...
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Statements of Support for Rep. Jackson's Resolution to Safeguard America's Beef Industry
Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs of National Cattlemen's Beef Association, expressed concerns over the importation of beef from Paraguay, stating, “Paraguay’s history of foot-and-mouth disease is not something we take lightly and importing beef from Paraguay is just too risky." Bacus emphasized the importance of upholding high food safety and animal health standards and urged the USDA to verify Paraguay’s safety claims through on-the-ground site visits.Bill Bullard, CEO of R-CALF USA, commended Representatives Ronny Jackson and Yadira Caraveo for...
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Rep. Jackson Leads 5th Letter to the White House Demanding Biden Takes Cognitive Exam
Congressman Ronny Jackson led a group of 83 colleagues in sending a letter to President Joe Biden demanding that he take a cognitive exam. The letter urges the Cabinet to initiate the process for invoking the 25th Amendment if President Biden refuses to undergo an assessment. Jackson expressed his concerns, stating, "It is becoming clearer each day that the President is not cognitively fit." This marks the fifth time such a letter has been sent to the White House, all of which have been ignored.Jackson, a former physician to three U.S. Presidents, emphasized the...
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Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Combat Chinese and Russian Support for the Taliban
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) and House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul have introduced the Countering Chinese and Russian Support for the Taliban Act. The bill aims to address the expanding relationship between the Taliban and China and Russia, which poses a significant threat to national security.The legislation calls for a report to be delivered to Congress, detailing the nefarious relationship between the Taliban and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) as well as Russia. The report would shed light on the growing influence of these...
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Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Uncover UNRWA's Terrorist Crimes
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) has proposed the Uncovering UNRWA's Terrorist Crimes Act, a bill aimed at prohibiting any further funding from the United States to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The legislation also includes a provision that requires the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress detailing the funding provided by the United States to UNRWA. This report seeks to shed light on the amount of taxpayer dollars that the Biden administration has allocated to this...
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Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Improve Transparency in Export Controls
Last week, Congressman Ronny Jackson of Texas introduced the Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act. The purpose of this legislation is to enhance transparency and accountability in regards to export controls. If passed, the act would require that Congress be provided with detailed information about each export license application, including the entity submitting the application, the recipient of the export, the decision made, and how compliance with U.S. export controls is being monitored.In explaining the need for this legislation,...
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Rep. Jackson Sends Letter Demanding Answers from USDA on Failed Emergency Relief Program
On Wednesday, Congressmen Ronny Jackson, Jodey Arrington, and August Pfluger, along with Senator Roger Marshall, sent a letter to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack regarding the mismanagement of the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) and the failure to provide disaster assistance payments to farmers and ranchers for crop losses in the 2022 crop year. The letter comes in response to the USDA's recent announcement of misguided changes to the program.Congressman Jackson, who has been vocal about the need for timely distribution of disaster...
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HB 547 UIL Equal Access Bill passes Texas House on second reading
The Texas House of Representatives voted 78 to 65 in favor of House Bill 547, the UIL Equal Access Bill. If this bill is passed, it would allow home-schooled students to be able to compete in University Interscholastic League (UIL) extracurricular activities within their local public school if their district allows it.
