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Rep. Ronny Jackson supports Trump’s administration picks

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson from Texas expressed his approval of President-elect Trump's selections for his upcoming administration.

By Amarillo Gazette | Nov 13, 2024

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Legislation proposed to rename post office after former Mayor Jerry Hodge

Representative Ronny Jackson has introduced legislation to rename the U.S. Post Office in downtown Amarillo, Texas as the "Mayor Jerry H. Hodge Post Office Building." The proposal aims to honor Jerry Hodge, a prominent businessman, rancher, and philanthropist who passed away at 81 on July 25, 2024.

By Amarillo Gazette | Oct 7, 2024

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Congressmen seek GAO review on USDA rule for Paraguayan beef imports

By Amarillo Gazette | Oct 4, 2024

Earlier this week, Congressman Ronny Jackson of Texas and House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson from Pennsylvania sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO). The letter requests a review of the procedures and methodology used by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) regarding the decision to allow the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay.

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Rep. Jackson defends V-22 Osprey's safety record amid scrutiny

By Amarillo Gazette | Sep 23, 2024

Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) published an opinion editorial on Military.com titled "Setting the Record Straight on the V-22 Osprey," which discusses the military capabilities of the V-22 aircraft.

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House passes bill on improving transparency in export controls

By Amarillo Gazette | Sep 10, 2024

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed Congressman Ronny Jackson’s (TX-13) bill, the Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act. This legislation aims to ensure accountability and transparency in the export control process when American goods and technologies are sent abroad. The bill mandates that information be provided to Congress about each export license application, including the name of the entity submitting the application, who they are exporting to, what the decision was, and how compliance with U.S. export controls is being...

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Legislation introduced aiming at boosting recruitment at senior U.S. Military Colleges

By Amarillo Gazette | Aug 1, 2024

Representative Jackson introduced legislation this week, alongside Senator Ted Cruz (TX), Senator Raphael Warnock (GA), and Representative Marc Veasey (TX-33), aimed at improving military recruitment at senior military colleges. The proposed legislation would allow students to opt to share their information with senior military colleges, such as Texas A&M, when applying to U.S. service academies. This initiative seeks to provide applicants who are denied admission to a service academy with an enhanced opportunity to attend a senior military college, thereby addressing the...

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Rep. Jackson opens applications for U.S. Service Academies

By Amarillo Gazette | Aug 1, 2024

AMARILLO, TX — The Office of Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced today that applications for United States Service Academy nominations for the Class of 2029 are open from August 1, 2024, to October 4, 2024. To be considered for a nomination, candidates must submit all required materials by October 4, 2024.

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Rep. Jackson issues update on President Trump’s health

By Amarillo Gazette | Jul 26, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Jackson (TX-13) issued an update on President Trump’s bullet wound to his ear.

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Rep. Jackson introduces bill removing taxes on wildfire relief payments

By Amarillo Gazette | Jul 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — Yesterday, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) and Senator Ted Cruz (TX) introduced the Wildfire Victim Tax Relief and Recovery Act to assist individuals and livestock producers in recovering from the wildfires that affected the Texas Panhandle earlier this year. This bill aims to designate any relief-related income received due to the wildfires as tax-free.

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Rep. Jackson introduces bill positioning Sheppard AFB as tech training center

By Amarillo Gazette | Jul 24, 2024

Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced the Air Force Technical Training Enhancement Act. This legislation directs the Air Force to establish an Air Force Technical Training Center of Excellence, which will serve as the premier hub for advanced technical training and innovation for the United States Air Force. Sheppard Air Force Base will be a lead contender to receive this designation. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate.

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Rep. Jackson comments on former President Trump's health after assassination attempt

By Amarillo Gazette | Jul 20, 2024

WASHINGTON — Congressman Jackson (TX-13) issued a statement today concerning former President Trump's health and the care he is receiving following an attempted assassination at a rally in Pennsylvania last Saturday.

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Rep. Jackson demands drug test for Biden before and after presidential debate

By Amarillo Gazette | Jun 24, 2024

WASHINGTON — Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) has sent a letter to President Joe Biden and the Physician to the President, Dr. Kevin O’Connor, demanding that Biden undergo a clinically validated drug test immediately before and after this week's presidential debate and disclose the results to the public.

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Rep. Jackson secures wins for TX-13 as House passes FY25 NDAA

By Amarillo Gazette | Jun 14, 2024

WASHINGTON — Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) issued a statement following the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 217-199. Due to Jackson’s efforts, numerous provisions were included in the bill aimed at improving the quality of life for servicemembers and their families at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, modernizing the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, and supporting the defense-focused workforce across his district.

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Rep. Jackson appointed to House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

By Amarillo Gazette | Jun 6, 2024

WASHINGTON — Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) was appointed by Speaker Mike Johnson to serve on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. This committee is responsible for oversight of the United States Intelligence Community, including intelligence and intelligence-related activities across all elements of the U.S. Government. The Committee is chaired by Mike Turner of Ohio.

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Rep. Jackson announces 2024 service academy appointments for TX-13 students

By Amarillo Gazette | Jun 5, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced that five students from Texas’ 13th Congressional District received official appointments to U.S. Service Academies.

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Rep. Jackson criticizes Dr. Fauci's pandemic response during congressional hearing

By Amarillo Gazette | Jun 3, 2024

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13), a member of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, delivered remarks in a subcommittee hearing questioning Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This hearing marked Dr. Fauci's first public testimony since retiring from public service.

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House committee advances farm bill focusing on agriculture security

By Amarillo Gazette | May 29, 2024

Last week, the House Committee on Agriculture passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 by a vote of 33-21. This legislation focuses on production agriculture, locally led conservation programs, rural community investments, and food supply chain security. Congressman Ronny Jackson expressed support for the bill.

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Jackson secures victories during fiscal year 2025 NDAA markup

By Amarillo Gazette | May 23, 2024

Yesterday, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) supported Texas’ defense priorities during the House Armed Services Committee’s (HASC) markup of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. Jackson issued a statement in support of the legislation, which passed out of committee by a vote of 57-1. The NDAA is expected to be considered on the House Floor in the coming weeks.

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Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Help Texas Cattle Ranchers Recover from Wildfires

By Amarillo Gazette | May 3, 2024

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...

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Rep. Jackson Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winner

By Amarillo Gazette | Apr 25, 2024

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...