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Rep. Jackson introduces pro-life resolution supporting Geneva Consensus Declaration

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson from Texas introduced a resolution supporting the pro-life principles of the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women’s Health and Strengthening the Family.

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 13, 2025

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Legislation aims to rename post office after fallen fire chief

Representative Ronny Jackson has reintroduced legislation to rename the U.S. Post Office in Fritch, Texas as the "Chief Zeb Smith Post Office."

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 9, 2025

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Rep. Ronny Jackson appointed chairman of HASC subcommittee on intelligence

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 7, 2025

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson from Texas's 13th district has been appointed Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee’s Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson certifies Donald Trump's presidential election win

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 6, 2025

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson from Texas issued a statement regarding the certification of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson supports Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 3, 2025

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson from Texas's 13th District expressed his support for Speaker Mike Johnson.

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Congressman Ronny Jackson appoints Bryan Brody as new chief of staff

By Amarillo Gazette | Jan 3, 2025

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson of Texas' 13th District announced the appointment of Bryan Brody as his new Chief of Staff.

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Rep. Jackson supports new defense authorization act signed into law

By Amarillo Gazette | Dec 24, 2024

Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) expressed his approval after the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was enacted.

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Rep. Jackson calls for end to US funding of UN agency

By Amarillo Gazette | Dec 10, 2024

Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson from Texas's 13th district sent a letter to the leadership of both the House and Senate.

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Ronny Jackson supports anti-terrorism legislation and local champions

By Amarillo Gazette | Nov 24, 2024

U.S. Congressman Ronny Jackson voiced support for anti-terrorism measures and celebrated local achievements in recent tweets dated November 21-24, 2024.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson supports Trump’s administration picks

By Amarillo Gazette | Nov 13, 2024

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

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Legislation proposed to rename post office after former Mayor Jerry Hodge

By Amarillo Gazette | Oct 7, 2024

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.

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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.