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Arrington Continues to Host Roundtables in WTX Rural Counties
West Texas ,
August 19, 2025
West Texas – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) continued his multi-day rural county tour across West Texas, meeting with local officials, engaging with small business owners, and speaking with constituents about their concerns.
Friona – Parmer County “Just had a great discussion with my friends in Friona, ‘the biggest small town in Texas,’” said Chairman Arrington. “You talk about God-fearing, freedom-loving people! I’m proud that the One Big Beautiful Bill delivers the largest farm safety net improvement in decades, restores the dignity of work in welfare programs, and cuts the unfair Death Tax along with small business and individual tax breaks…permanently!”
“As a local farmer, I’m grateful for Representative Arrington and the hard work he’s doing at both the local and federal levels,” said Michael Rushing, a farmer from Friona. “I truly appreciate him taking the time to travel back to Texas, listen to his constituents, and bring our concerns back to Washington to shape meaningful legislation. That’s exactly what we elected him to do and he does it well.” “I appreciate Congressman Jodey Arrington's leadership and commitment to strengthening rural infrastructure and supporting the producers, ranchers and agriculture-based businesses that keep our community thriving - his dedication makes a real difference for us all,” said Wendy Carthel, Director of the Friona Economic Development Corporation.
Farwell – Parmer County “Couldn’t go to Parmer County without seeing my friends in Farwell,” said Chairman Arrington. “I enjoyed our discussion and was proud to speak about the tremendous wins secured in the One Big Beautiful Bill, such as the largest spending reduction in American history and generational investments in border and national security, confronting the two biggest threats facing our country - China and the national debt.” “I appreciate how Representative Arrington stays connected with small communities and supports small towns like Farwell,” said Farwell Mayor Stephen Schilling. “His attention to our needs and willingness to advocate for us is so important for our rural areas in TX-19.”
Muleshoe – Bailey County
“Just weeks after rescinding Biden’s radical Green New Deal proposal to expand the Muleshoe Wildlife Refuge by over 10,000%, we’re back in Bailey County discussing the importance of standing up for Rural America against federal overreach.
“I vehemently opposed this federal land grab for several reasons: “First, I believe in private property rights. The federal government should not take over vast swaths of land in the name of radical environmental initiatives like Biden’s 30x30 Plan and the Green New Deal. “Second, the claim that the expansion was necessary to protect endangered species is simply not true, as the populations of the animals listed under this plan are thriving. “Third, the federal government has failed to manage the land it already controls, as the maintenance backlog for the National Wildlife Refuge System is over $2.6 billion. If the government can’t manage the land it already owns, why in the world would we expect that it can handle more? “Fourth, the slashing of the local tax base would decimate schools, public safety, and important services in West Texas, as the federal government does not adequately reimburse communities for land purchases. “Fifth, this would enable more federal overreach similar to the Biden Administration’s weaponization of federal agencies against farmers, independent energy producers, and the State of Texas’s efforts to secure the border. “And, finally, at a time when our nation’s debt has surpassed WWII levels, the federal government has no business spending your tax dollars to expand federal land.” – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington. “We appreciate all that Representative Arrington does to support rural America and West Texas,” said Muleshoe City Manager Ramon Sanchez. “I want to thank Representative Arrington for his leadership on the Muleshoe Wildlife Expansion Initiative,” said Carroll Precure, local business owner. “Additionally, the work he does on his committee is impressive - he digs deep into our issues and consistently finds ways to improve our lives.” “It has been a true pleasure to have Congressman Arrington in Muleshoe,” said Chris Cage, President of the Muleshoe Chamber of Commerce. “I consider myself blessed to live in a place where we enjoy gathering to listen, learn and discuss. Undoubtedly, I am grateful for Congressman Arrington’s desire/willingness to serve on our behalf. It is with tremendous gratitude that we say, thank you. I hope it goes without saying, the invitation is extended for a return visit to Muleshoe anytime.”
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