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House Budget Chairman urges Senate to advance budget resolution

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington from Texas made a public appeal on CBS News' "Face the Nation" and "The Hill Sunday" on NewsNation for the U.S. Senate to advance the House-passed budget resolution.

By Lubbock Times | Mar 30, 2025

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Crosby County: Medicaid dependency reached 18.3% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 18.3% of income in Crosby County, providing an average of $8,213 per capita to residents.

By Lubbock Times | Mar 29, 2025

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CBO forecast reveals troubling U.S. economic outlook and historic debt levels

By Lubbock Times | Mar 27, 2025

Today, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its annual long-term budget outlook, detailing alarming trends in the country's fiscal health.

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CBO warns US borrowing capacity may exhaust by September 2025

By Lubbock Times | Mar 26, 2025

Today, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) issued a report concerning the United States' debt limit.

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Ray Dalio urges House GOP to address U.S. national debt

By Lubbock Times | Mar 25, 2025

Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, met with Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington and other House Republicans to discuss the United States' national debt, which has reached $36 trillion.

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Ray Dalio meets GOP leaders to discuss U.S. national debt

By Lubbock Times | Mar 25, 2025

Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, is scheduled to meet with Republican members of Congress today.

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Chairman Arrington supports Trump's stance on emergency spending cuts

By Lubbock Times | Mar 25, 2025

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington has expressed support for President Donald Trump's recent actions concerning emergency designations under the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023.

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In 2022, Lubbock County ranks 207th among Texas counties for government transfer income per capita at $10,503

By Lubbock Times | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Lubbock County received an average of $10,503 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 48th lowest in Texas.

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House GOP urges Senate to advance Trump-endorsed budget resolution

By Lubbock Times | Mar 24, 2025

Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, alongside U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and other key Republican leaders, have urged the Senate to advance the House Budget Resolution.

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Lubbock County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.4% of income in 2022

By Lubbock Times | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Lubbock County, providing an average of $1,269 per capita to residents.

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Congress members urge Trump administration to negotiate new ag export deals

By Lubbock Times | Mar 20, 2025

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington has spearheaded an initiative to encourage President Donald Trump to negotiate new trade agreements aimed at boosting American agricultural exports.

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Arrington visits award-winning burger restaurant in Abilene

By Lubbock Times | Mar 19, 2025

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington recently visited the Ice House in Abilene, Texas.

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Arrington discusses infrastructure upgrades during visit to Dyess Air Force Base

By Lubbock Times | Mar 19, 2025

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington recently visited Dyess Air Force Base in Texas, where he engaged with airmen and discussed operational readiness and infrastructure improvements.

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Arrington honors West Texas veteran awarded Bronze Star

By Lubbock Times | Mar 18, 2025

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington visited Cipriano "Cip" DelBosque, a U.S. Army veteran, at his business in Abilene, Texas.

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Jodey Arrington visits Anson High School to discuss American values

By Lubbock Times | Mar 18, 2025

Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington visited Anson High School in Anson, Texas.

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Arrington discusses immigration enforcement with law enforcement and ICE

By Lubbock Times | Mar 18, 2025

House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington recently engaged in discussions with local law enforcement and Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at the Jones County Sheriff's Office.

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Lynn County residents received $13,096 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 136th in Texas

By Lubbock Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Lynn County received an average of $13,096 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 119th lowest in Texas.

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Jake Ellzey engages with constituents and local leaders during visits

By Lubbock Times | Mar 17, 2025

On March 17, 2025, Rep. Jake Ellzey shared updates from his day spent engaging with constituents in Midlothian and Corsicana through social media posts.

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Lynn County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.9% in 2022

By Lubbock Times | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.9% of income in Lynn County, providing an average of $1,492 per capita to residents.

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GAO reports $162 Billion in improper payments by federal agencies for fiscal year 2024

By Lubbock Times | Mar 11, 2025

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a report titled “Improper Payments: Information on Agencies’ Fiscal Year 2024 Estimates,” revealing that 16 federal agencies reported approximately $162 billion in improper payments across 68...