By Matt Dotray / A-J Media
Rep. Jodey Arrington was one of four House Republicans chosen to serve on the new Joint Select Committee on Budget and Appropriations Process Reform.
Arrington was chosen by House Speaker Paul Ryan to take part in the committee established under the recently enacted Bipartisan Budget Act that, according to a news release from the Speaker’s office, is… Read more »
You'd have to be heartless not to be emotionally affected by the Valentine's Day massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
While back in the 19th Congressional District, and just after meeting with happy cotton growers at the Texas Farm-Ranch-Wildlife Expo, U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington stopped by the Reporter-News. His mood darkened when our discussion… Read more »
Today, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan selected Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) as one of only four House Republican members – and the only freshman member - to serve on the newly formed Joint Select Committee on Budget and Appropriations Process Reform. This bipartisan, bicameral committee was established in the recently passed Bipartisan Budget Act.
The Joint Select Committee… Read more »
By Sarah Self-Walbrick / A-J Media
Happy State Bank announced last month wage increases and bonuses impacting over 600 employees as a direct result of the new tax reform legislation. The change was celebrated by U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington and the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce at a news conference Friday at the bank’s 98th Street and Quaker Avenue location.
J. Pat Hickman, chairman… Read more »
U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington announced in a news release Friday that he is one of four House Republican members — and the only freshman — appointed to a bipartisan committee of House and Senate members tasked with reforming the congressional budget process.
Arrington of Lubbock represents the 19th District, which includes Abilene and much of the Big Country.
Speaker of the House… Read more »
The 2016 presidential election faced a controversial aftermath with accusations of voter fraud and Russian interference. Early voting for the primary midterm election is underway – but can Lubbock citizens trust their vote is safe?
The most recent list of illegal voting cases from the Attorney General's office between 2005 and 2016 showed 93 prosecuted cases of voter fraud –… Read more »
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB) - Cotton farmers across the Big Country are rejoicing this month after Congress passed a funding bill that restored a safety net for cotton producers.
When cotton was taken off Title I of the Farm Bill, local cotton farmers say they were put in a tough situation.
"You know with the expenses of seed, equipment, metal, it's been real tough for the last… Read more »
The Daily Toreador
By: Michael Cantu
Actions by U.S. President Donald Trump have come under fire after he directed the Department of Justice to ban devices such as bump stocks from being sold in the country.
The decision, made on Tuesday, Feb. 20, came after his administration came under scrutiny for a lack of response to the high school shooting in Parkland, Florida on Wednesday, Feb.… Read more »
In the wake of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on February 14, city leaders discussed gun control changes they believe are the answer to preventing future mass shootings.
Miguel Levario, Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress Texas 19th district, said there needs to be a real conversation about gun control.
"I think common gun safety laws that… Read more »
Yesterday, Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) met with Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson in his Washington, D.C. office. The purpose of the meeting was to review the status of the basing process for the B-21 bomber and reinforce Dyess’ competitive strengths including weather, air space, and community support. Additionally, Arrington requested their assistance on air space… Read more »
