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Rep. Jackson Publishes Op-Ed to Set the Record Straight on the V-22 Osprey

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) published an opinion editorial on Military.com titled, "Setting the Record Straight on the V-22 Osprey," which highlights the key military capabilities of the V-22 aircraft.  Jackson serves as a Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the House Permanent Select…

Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Improve Military Recruitment at Senior Military Colleges

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WASHINGTON – This week, Representative Jackson introduced legislation alongside Senator Ted Cruz (TX), Senator Raphael Warnock (GA), and Representative Marc Veasey (TX-33) to improve military recruitment at senior military colleges. This legislation will allow students to elect to have their information shared with senior military colleges, like…

Rep. Jackson Now Accepting Applications for Nomination to U.S. Service Academies

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AMARILLO, TX — Today, the Office of Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced that applications for United States Service Academy nominations for the Class of 2029 are open from, August 1, 2024, to October 4, 2024. To be considered for a nomination, candidates must submit all required materials by October 4, 2024. Jackson said: “Every year, I look forward…

Rep. Jackson Introduces Legislation to Position Sheppard AFB for Designation as Air Force Technical Training Center of Excellence

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WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced the Air Force Technical Training Enhancement Act. This legislation directs the Air Force to establish an Air Force Technical Training Center of Excellence, which will serve as the premier hub for advanced technical training and innovation for the United States Air Force. Sheppard Air Force Base will be a…

Rep. Jackson Secures Wins for TX-13 as the House Passes the FY25 NDAA

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WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) issued the following statement after the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA) passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 217-199. Due to Jackson’s efforts, countless provisions were included in the bill that will improve the quality of life for servicemembers and their families at Sheppard Air…

Rep. Jackson Appointed to Serve on House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

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WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) was appointed by Speaker Mike Johnson to serve on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. This powerful committee is charged with oversight of the United States Intelligence Community, including the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of all elements of the United States Government. The Committee is…

Rep. Jackson Secures Major Victories For TX-13 During The NDAA Markup For Fiscal Year 2025

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WASHINGTON, DC — Yesterday, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) supported Texas’ defense priorities during the House Armed Services Committee’s (HASC) markup of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. Jackson issued the following statement in support of the legislation, which passed out of committee by a vote of 57-1. The NDAA is expected to be considered on…