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1 gas station in cities throughout Lynn County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Lubbock Times | Apr 17, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lynn County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Arrington Issues Statement on the Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act

By Lubbock Times | Apr 17, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) voiced his support for H.R. 4639 – the Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding citizens' rights in the digital age.In a statement, Arrington highlighted the significance of upholding the Fourth Amendment, stating, "The Bill of Rights is clear and affords our citizens protection against unreasonable search and seizure." He expressed concern over federal agencies like the FBI circumventing constitutional protections by acquiring sensitive personal information...

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Chairman Arrington Statement on First Ever Government-Wide Fraud Estimate Report

By Lubbock Times | Apr 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) unveiled a first-ever fraud estimate report across all government programs. According to the report, the federal government faces estimated annual financial losses due to fraud ranging from $233 billion to $521 billion. These losses stem from various fraud risks within federal programs and operations, underscoring a critical need for enhanced fraud risk management and prevention strategies.In response to the report, House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) released a statement, saying,...

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Arrington Responds to Senate Democrats Dismissing Mayorkas Impeachment Without Full, Complete Trial

By Lubbock Times | Apr 17, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) responded to the United States Senate's dismissal of two articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas without a full, complete trial.Arrington criticized the Senate Democrats, stating, "Today, Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats bowed to the Radical Left instead of standing for our Constitution and serving the American people." He expressed disappointment in the decision, highlighting the departure from historical precedent by the Democrats. Arrington...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Crosby County in week ending Apr. 13

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Crosby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lubbock County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lubbock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Lubbock County in week ending Apr. 13

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Lubbock County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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House Budget Committee Republicans Meet with Federal Reserve Chair, Discuss Importance of Sound Monetary Policy

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) released a statement following a meeting with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, emphasizing the importance of sound monetary policy. Arrington stated, "House Budget Committee members understand that our nation’s fiscal health is a combination of a strong balance sheet and a growing economy. We had a wide-ranging, substantive discussion with Chairman Powell about how monetary policy has contributed to our country’s current indebtedness, its implications on inflation and our ability to avoid a recession, and lessons...

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Chairman Arrington Responds to Biden’s New Student Loan ‘Forgiveness’ Scheme

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-TX) responded to President Biden's latest student loan debt cancellation plans by stating, "Here we go again: President Biden is circumventing Congress and defying the Supreme Court as he continues to peddle reckless student loan bailouts. Don’t let Democrats fool you. President Biden's actions don't 'cancel' any loans. Instead, they shift up to a $750 billion tax burden onto the shoulders of every American - many of whom do not even have a college degree - to pay the debts of high-income earners who freely incurred them."...

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Arrington Urges Senate to Hold Full, Complete Trial on Mayorkas Impeachment

By Lubbock Times | Apr 16, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Today, Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) urged the Senate to conduct a comprehensive impeachment trial regarding Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.Arrington emphasized the importance of allowing the process to unfold, stating, "Chuck Schumer and the Senate Democrats must let this process play out. The American people deserve to hear the facts, they deserve a full and complete impeachment trial, and Secretary Mayorkas needs to be held accountable."Highlighting the concerns that led to the Articles of Impeachment, Arrington...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Lynn County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Lubbock Times | Apr 15, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Lynn County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Crosby County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Lubbock Times | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Crosby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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On Tax Day, Arrington Introduces Legislation to Cut Death Tax

By Lubbock Times | Apr 15, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) introduced the Estate Tax Rate Reduction Act, aimed at reducing the burden of the estate tax, commonly known as the "Death Tax." Arrington's proposed legislation seeks to cut the estate tax in half, providing tax relief specifically to family-owned businesses in the United States.In a statement regarding the introduction of the Estate Tax Rate Reduction Act, Arrington expressed his concerns about the current estate tax system, labeling it as an unjust double tax that disproportionately affects hard-working...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Crosby County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Lubbock Times | Apr 14, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Crosby County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lynn County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 13

By Lubbock Times | Apr 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lynn County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lubbock Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By Lubbock Times | Apr 14, 2024

These former Lubbock Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Lubbock Times area weekly mass times

By Lubbock Times | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Lubbock Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Analysis: 259 of 575 students at Crestview Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Lubbock Times | Apr 12, 2024

Of the 575 students at Crestview Elementary School in Wolfforth, 259 (45%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Lubbock Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Analysis: 259 of 575 students at Crestview Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Lubbock Times | Apr 12, 2024

Of the 575 students at Crestview Elementary School in Wolfforth, 259 (45%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Lubbock Times' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Arrington Stands Against FISA Reauthorization Vote

By Lubbock Times | Apr 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) made a strong statement today as he voted against extending FISA surveillance authority.“The FBI has abused its authority and violated the trust of the American people time and time again. Unaccountable and politically motivated bureaucrats have used their surveillance powers to conduct over 500 warrantless searches per day on U.S. citizens in violation of the Fourth Amendment right against unreasonable searches and seizures,” Arrington expressed.He further emphasized, “The Constitution is clear, ‘The...