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Video & Transcript: Arrington Objects to Electoral College Certification

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Watch The Full Video Here Transcript: Rep. Jodey Arrington: “As Americans, we believe governments receive their just powers from the consent of the governed. That sacred transaction can only happen legitimately in a free and fair election. Election integrity is the very lifeblood of our unrivaled system of self-government. “The Law and the Constitution give Congress not only the…

37 Republican Members Release Statement Ahead of Electoral College Vote

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WASHINGTON – 37 Republican members of Congress today issued the following statement in advance of the joint session of Congress at 1:00 p.m. today. *** “In the joint session of Congress today, we will vote to sustain objections to slates of electors submitted by states we believe clearly violated the Constitution in the presidential election of 2020. This is our solemn duty, and our…

Congressman Jodey Arrington criticizes Pelosi, says he will oppose electoral vote count

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LUBBOCK, Texas — Congressman Jodey Arrington (R - District 19) announced Monday night that he will join a coalition of fellow Republicans who will oppose the electoral vote count. In a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Arrington said "I will object on January 6th and voice my constitutional concerns with the 2020 Presidential Election, and I urge my colleagues to do…

Congressman Jodey Arrington Will Object to Electoral College Certification on Wednesday

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In a letter that will be sent Tuesday morning (January 6th, 2021) to U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-California), Congressman Jodey Arrington (R-Lubbock) has announced he will object to the certification of the Electoral College during Wednesday's Joint Session of Congress. Congressman Arrington cited the 12th Amendment and the Electoral Count Act of 1887 as the supporting law…

Rep. Arrington Statement on Electoral College Certification Vote

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WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following the statement: “The law is clear about my authority and responsibility in tomorrow’s proceedings, and the Constitution and prior court rulings are unambiguous: only state legislatures can make election laws, – not Governors, Secretaries of State, courts, or election officials” said Arrington. "Tomorrow I will object…

Arrington Blasts Speaker Pelosi’s Radical Rules Package

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ASHINGTON – Today Rep. Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement:   “Attention, America! Today, Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats jammed through a radical Rules Package that fundamentally changes how the House of Representatives will function and sends a jarring message to the American people about the direction Democrats want to take our great nation. Pelosi’s rules…

Rep. Arrington Sworn Into Third Term of Office

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WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) took the Congressional oath of office and was sworn into his third term in the 117th Congress of the U.S. House of Representatives.   “What an incredible honor to represent the good people of West Texas in our nation’s capital,” stated Arrington.   “I thank God for his daily provision, my wife and family for their sacrificial…

Arrington Healthcare Reform Bills Pass in Final Week of Congress

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WASHINGTON – On Monday, December 21st, the House and Senate passed several pieces of healthcare reform legislation led by Rep. Arrington.   “Rural hospital closures and prescription drug pricing are two of the most urgent and consequential issues facing our country, said Rep. Arrington. Patients in rural America deserve the peace of mind that comes with knowing their families can…

Arrington's Veterans Bill Named for West Texan Headed to President's Desk

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WASHINGTON – Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 7105, the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020 a package that included all the provisions of H.R. 2326,  the NAVY Seal Chief Petty Officer William “Bill” Mulder (Ret.) Transition Improvement Act legislation that Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) first introduced in 2017.…

Arrington and Peters Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Addressing Growing National Debt Crisis Amid COVID Recovery

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WASHINGTON – This week, Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) introduced House Resolution 1261, with Rep. Scott Peters (CA-52) stressing the need to address the reckless and unsustainable national debt while committing necessary resources to the COVID–19 pandemic.   “While significant resources were required to handle the public health crisis and economic fallout of COVID, and…