Press Releases

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) participated in a House Ways and Means Committee hearing with United States Trade Representative Ambassador Robert Lighthizer on the status of U.S.-China trade talks. At the hearing, Congressman Arrington highlighted the role of food, fuel, and fiber production in West Texas and asked Ambassador Lighthizer about ongoing discussions with China to… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after voting against H.J.Res.46, a resolution to terminate President Trump’s declaration of a National Emergency over the national security and humanitarian crisis at the southern border. “Securing our borders to safeguard our sovereignty and protect the American people isn’t just a matter of… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after voting against the Conference Committee spending bill. “I have been adamant that our country is facing a national security crisis and that Congress must give the President the resources and tools he needs to secure the border and protect our citizens” said Arrington. “Unfortunately,… Read more »

Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after a House Ways and Means Select Revenue Measures subcommittee hearing on “How Middle-Class Families are Faring in Today's Economy." At the hearing, Members discussed the impact of tax reform on small businesses and middle-class families throughout America. “The notion that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has… Read more »

Arrington, Axne Introduce “No Budget, No Recess Act” Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) and Congresswoman Cindy Axne (D-IA) introduced the No Budget, No Recess Act, legislation that would improve the congressional budget process by requiring Members of Congress to stay at work in Washington until they fulfill their budgetary duties for the year. H.R. 1059, the No Budget, No… Read more »

Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after the House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on the rising costs of prescription drugs. At the hearing, Congressman Arrington called on Congress to develop solutions that would bring drug costs down, while allowing for breakthroughs in life saving medicines. “Members on both sides of the aisle agree… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX19) was selected by the House Republican Steering Committee to serve on the Committee on Ways and Means. Arrington will fill one of three open seats on the committee. “As a representative of the largest agriculture and energy production region in the world, my mission is to put West Texas and our values in the best position to influence the… Read more »

It is a profound honor and blessing to represent you and your family in our nation’s capital. West Texas is more than the energy basin and breadbasket for the United States – it’s the backbone of our nation’s traditional values. I hope you are as pleased as I am with the record of results from our first term. Our overarching goal was to rein in the federal… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX19) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a proposed rule that would “restore the original intent of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)” by tightening state waivers for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWD). “I applaud Secretary Perdue and the Trump… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX19) released the following statement after the House passed a short-term spending bill that included $5.7 billion for border security and $7.8 billion for disaster relief. “We have a national security crisis in our country, and our Commander-in-Chief has asked for the necessary resources to defend our sovereign borders and protect our citizens… Read more »