Press Releases

Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the Senate confirmed Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh to be the next associate justice of the Supreme Court. “In spite of the drama and damage done in the process, I am pleased that Judge Kavanaugh has been confirmed and the Constitution will be restored to the High Court. My most heart-felt congratulations… Read more »

Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the Senate’s procedural motion to advance Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to a final vote. “Judge Kavanaugh has been more thoroughly vetted than any Supreme Court Justice nominee in recent history, and I am pleased that the Senate is moving forward with his confirmation. While the… Read more »

Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after visiting Coronado High School to honor fallen soldiers and Coronado graduates Petty Officer Third Class Mark Russell Cannon and Specialist Geoffrey Golden Johnson as part of the West Texas Warrior initiative. This was Congressman Arrington’s third visit in a series of public ceremonies to honor… Read more »

Today Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after visiting Big Spring High School to honor fallen solider and Big Spring graduate Specialist Robert James “RJ” Volker as part of the West Texas Warrior initiative. This was Congressman Arrington’s second visit in a series of public ceremonies to honor post-9/11 fallen heroes from District… Read more »

Congressman Jodey C. Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after VA announced it had awarded 13 new leases for health care facilities, reaffirming their commitment to serving and caring for our veterans. “I’m excited about the partnership between VA and Texas Tech Health Sciences Center to provide thousands of veterans throughout West Texas with the highest… Read more »

Congressman Jodey C. Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the United States, Mexico, and Canada announced that a trilateral agreement had been reached. “President Trump has delivered on his promise to renegotiate NAFTA in a way that works better for American workers, manufacturers, and agriculture producers. “I believe in the extraordinary value of open… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey C. Arrington released the following statement after the House passed a series of bills commonly known as Tax Reform 2.0. The legislation includes measures to lock in tax relief for the middle class and small businesses made in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, foster family and retirement savings, and better support entrepreneurs. “Because of tax relief and… Read more »

 – On Thursday of last week, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) held a special order to discuss the need for a Constitutional amendment that would limit the number of terms an individual may serve in the United States Congress. He was joined by Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Congressman Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Congressman Tom Marino… Read more »

 – Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) reflected on his experience and the lessons learned during the September 11th terrorist attacks. At the time, he was serving as a Senior Advisor to President George W. Bush. “We must never forget 9/11 - the victims, the heroes, and the lessons learned. “My heart goes out to those who need no reminder of the tragedy of… Read more »

Every decision that comes across a president’s desk is an important one, but there are few decisions more consequential than his selection of a Supreme Court Justice. The lifetime nature of judicial appointments, along with the immeasurable influence the courts have on our society, provides a president his greatest legacy opportunity. In fact, in the 2016 election, more than one out of… Read more »