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Rep. Ronny Jackson Leads Letter Supporting Trump Administration’s Investigation into Proxy Advisor Industry

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) sent a letter to Chairman Ferguson of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Acting Attorney General Blanche of the Department of Justice (DOJ) requesting information on their continued investigations into politically-motivated proxy advisor firms.

The letter comes following President Trump’s signing of Executive Order (EO) 14366 “Protecting American Investors from Foreign-Owned and Politically-Motivated Proxy Advisors.” EO 14366 raises concerns about foreign-owned proxy advisor firms, Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass, Lewis & Co., LLC (Glass Lewis), collectively controlling approximately 90 percent of the proxy advisor industry, wielding enormous influence over America’s largest companies. Furthermore, the EO highlights that these firms have used their influence to encourage shareholder votes advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that do not prioritize shareholder value or financial returns.

ISS and Glass Lewis have also challenged Texas Senate Bill 2337, which requires proxy advisory firms to publicly disclose when their voting recommendations for Texas companies are based on non-financial factors, including ESG and DEI. Additionally, both firms have opposed eight individual Texas corporate redomicile proposals that recently came before shareholders, raising concerns about coordinated anticompetitive activities between the businesses to block corporations moves to the state.

“For too long, a small number of foreign-owned proxy advisor firms have exercised outsized influence over U.S. businesses, pushing radical ESG and DEI agendas to the detriment of American consumers and the Texas economy,” said Rep. Jackson. “I’m proud to support President Trump and his administration’s efforts to investigate these politically-motivated firms for unfair, deceptive, and anticompetitive practices. I look forward to working with my colleagues to provide greater transparency and accountability into the industry and ensure everyday investors can have confidence that proxy voting recommendations are made in the best financial interests of shareholders.

The letter may be found here, and additional background from The Daily Signal may be found here. Representatives Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Keith Self (TX-03), Troy Nehls (TX-22), Wesley Hunt (TX-38), Chip Roy (TX-21), Roger Williams (TX-25), Lance Gooden (TX-05), August Pfluger (TX-11), Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Craig Goldman (TX-12), Michael Cloud (TX-27), Randy Weber (TX-14), John Carter (TX-31), Brandon Gill (TX-26), and Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) joined Rep. Jackson in signing the letter.

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ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Targets Anti-Trust Proxy Giants for Pushing Woke DEI and Green New Scam Policies

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — A new story from The Daily Signal highlights Rep. Ronny Jackson’s (TX-13) work to hold two dominant proxy advisor firms accountable for using their market power to force American companies to implement their woke political agendas.

This comes as Rep. Jackson sent a letter to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson backing the Trump administration's investigation into Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass Lewis, citing concerns that the firms have used their outsized influence to advance DEI and ESG priorities while engaging in anticompetitive conduct.

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Ronny Jackson Targets Anti-Trust Proxy Giants Accused of Pushing ‘Woke DEI and Green New Scam’ Policies

The Daily Signal

July 17, 2026

FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—Two private companies currently dominate more than 90% of the proxy advisory market, controlling significant influence over corporate America, and Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, is demanding answers.

In a letter obtained by the Daily Signal to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Andrew N. Ferguson, chairman of the Federal Trade Commission, Jackson points to specific examples of these companies advising with a leftist agenda in mind rather than investor returns.

“Two foreign-owned proxy advisory firms have used their 90 percent market share to impose radical diversity quotas and net-zero mandates on American companies,” Jackson told the Daily Signal.

“ISS and Glass Lewis have become socialist political activists, putting woke DEI and Green New Scam policies ahead of shareholder returns. Americans want capitalism, not corporate terrorism,” Jackson said.

If an American holds stocks through a mutual fund, pension fund, or 401(k), ISS or Glass Lewis could be hired to analyze the shareholder proposals and recommend how votes should be cast.

This is not the first time ISS and Glass Lewis have been accused of imposing a leftist political agenda. On Dec. 11, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Protecting American Investors From Foreign-Owned and Politically Motivated Proxy Advisors.”

The executive order directed federal agencies to review proxy-adviser regulations, examine potential antitrust concerns, and investigate whether the firms were advancing DEI and ESG activism. The president advised the agencies to take action if needed.

Now, Jackson is seeking an update on the investigation.

In the letter, Jackson writes that he is “concerned by Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) and Glass, Lewis & Co., LLC (Glass Lewis) and their continued use of their more than 90 percent share of the proxy advisor market to conduct anticompetitive activities, imposing political agendas on American companies and colluding to oppose companies’ efforts to redomicile to the state of Texas.”

“Most recently, ISS and Glass Lewis each recommended that shareholders oppose ExxonMobil Corp.’s decision to move its legal domicile to Texas—the state where the company has been operationally headquartered since 1989.”

Jackson argues that ISS and Glass Lewis failed to disclose a potential conflict when recommending against ExxonMobil’s move to Texas. The firms are in a legal battle challenging the state of Texas and Attorney General Ken Paxton. They recently sued the state over a Senate bill requiring the proxy-adviser law.

Jackson also wants to review the FTC’s and DOJ’s efforts to examine potential violations of federal antitrust laws by ISS and Glass Lewis.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Celebrates $14.8 Million Federal Grant for Sheppard Elementary School Improvements

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) celebrated Sheppard Elementary School, located on Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, being awarded a $14.8 million Military-Connected Schools Construction, Modernization, and Facilities Maintenance Program Grant through the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA).

The grant will fund the construction of a new auditorium and significant renovations to the existing school building, enhancing educational opportunities for military-connected students and improving campus facilities for future generations. This award reflects the commitment of Sheppard Air Force Base to supporting military families and their children’s academic success through a safe, secure, and modernized learning environment.

"I am excited to see Sheppard Elementary School be selected to receive this critical funding," said Rep. Jackson. "Our military families make tremendous sacrifices in service to our country, and their children deserve first-class facilities that advance their educational opportunities. This $14.8 million grant will provide lasting improvements that benefit our military-connected students, educators, and the entire Sheppard Air Force Base community. I was proud to support this effort and look forward to seeing this project move forward."

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Announces Candidacy for Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) officially announced his candidacy to serve as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.

Rep. Jackson brings decades of military service and national security leadership to the race. A retired United States Navy Rear Admiral with 25 years of service, he currently serves as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee's Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, where he oversees some of the nation's most important defense and intelligence capabilities. He also currently serves as a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, demonstrating his unique and trusted perspective across the House of Representatives’ committees with national security jurisdiction.

Before his election to Congress, Rep. Jackson served as Physician to the President, Assistant to the President, and Chief Medical Advisor to the White House during the first Trump administration, providing leadership at the highest levels of the federal government.

“I'm proud to officially announce my candidacy for Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee,” said Rep. Jackson. “Through more than 25 years in the U.S. Navy and throughout my service in Congress, I have remained committed to ensuring our military remains the strongest, most capable fighting force in the world. As Chairman, I will fight to advance military readiness, make critical investments in our national defense, and always put our servicemembers and their families first. With the support of my colleagues, I will lead the Committee in delivering the authorities necessary to ensure our military is prepared to meet the growing threats posed by our adversaries. Together, we will work to keep America free and safe.”

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Announces 2026 Service Academy Acceptances from TX-13

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced that nine students from Texas' 13th Congressional District were accepted to U.S. Service Academies.

As a member of Congress, Jackson can nominate students from TX-13 for appointments to the United States Air Force, Naval, Military (West Point), and Merchant Academies.

“Congratulations to these nine exceptional students on their acceptance to our nation’s service academies,” said Rep. Jackson. “Their decision to serve reflects a deep sense of duty, sacrifice, and love of country. They have brought great pride to their families, communities, and our nation. I thank them for their commitment and look forward to watching them grow into the next generation of leaders in the United States Armed Forces.”

Noah Hogan, from Denton High School, received an official appointment to the United States Naval Academy. He is the son of Patrick and Natalia Hogan.
James Bland III, from West Plains High School, received an official appointment to the United States Naval Academy. He is the son of James and Lacy Bland.
Matthew Bickel, from U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School, received an official appointment to the United States Naval Academy. He is the son of Elliott and Melissa Bickel.
Lorelei Mitchell, from Memorial High School, received an official appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. She is the daughter of Michael and Jessica Mitchell.
Meredith Earp, from Victory Christian Academy, received an official appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. She is the daughter of Brandon and Trisha Earp.
Christian Hammond, from Meridian High School, received an official appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. He is the son of Christopher Hammond and Cara Rindy.
Emily Sims, from Tascosa High School, was accepted into the Air Force Academy Preparatory School. She is the daughter of Kevin Sims and Maribel Guerrero Carrasco.
Barrett Stroud, from Amarillo High School, received an official appointment to the United States Military Academy. He is the son of Robert and Kristin Stroud.
Chad Gay, from U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School, received an official appointment to the United States Military Academy. He is the son of Christopher Gay and Arwyna Randall-Gay.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Secures Major Wins for TX-13 During FY27 NDAA Markup

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) secured key defense priorities for Texas’ Thirteenth Congressional District and America’s warfighters during the House Armed Services Committee’s (HASC) markup of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The legislation advanced out of committee with strong support, 44-12, and is expected to be considered by the full House in the coming weeks.

“America faces rapidly evolving threats that demand a modern, lethal, and resilient military,” said Rep. Jackson. “This year’s NDAA will strengthen and modernize our national defense, revitalize our Defense Industrial Base, support our warfighters, and invest in the technologies and capabilities needed to deter our adversaries and win on the future battlefield. I’m proud to have championed policies that support Sheppard Air Force Base, Bell Helicopter, and the Pantex Plant in my district, bolster our Special Operations Forces, and provide our military with the resources needed to deter our adversaries and safeguard American citizens.”

“Chairman Jackson is driving critical efforts to ensure America’s national defense community remains the most capable and effective in the world,” said HASC Chairman Mike Rogers (AL-03). “Through his leadership of the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, he is advancing investments in the FY27 NDAA that accelerate emerging technologies, strengthen our strategic advantages, and provide our warfighters with the capabilities they need to succeed in increasingly complex threat environments. Chairman Jackson understands that preserving America’s technological and operational edge is essential to deterring our adversaries and safeguarding our national security.”

Wins for Amarillo:

Bell

Advances full development of the Bell MV-75 Cheyenne II Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), authorizing $2.141 billion for research, development, testing, and evaluation, along with $127.2 million for advance procurement of operational test aircraft.
Supports the incorporation of the Nacelle Improvement Program on 24 United States Marine Corps MV-22 aircraft.
Directs a V-22 Readiness and Modernization Report across the Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps to outline investment plans, readiness improvements, mid-life upgrades, and accelerated nacelle modernization efforts for all V-22 variants.
Fully facilitates the Navy’s H-1 Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) program to enhance the performance, survivability, and effectiveness of H-1 aircraft.

Pantex Plant

Section 3115 – Accelerates the timeline for completion of the High Explosive Synthesis, Formulation, and Production Facility at the Pantex Plant, moving the start of operations from 2034 to 2032.
Directs a briefing on options to enhance the security and operational flexibility of National Nuclear Security Administration activities at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, including potential relocation opportunities within the airport complex.
Authorizes an additional $20 million to accelerate development of the Material Staging Capability project at the Pantex Plant.
Organizes a briefing on the progress of the Pantex Material Staging Capability project, including its finalized conceptual design and initial cost estimates.

Texas Tech University's Health Science Center (TTUHSC) Amarillo

Authorizes $10 million to establish a Joint Neuroscience Demonstration Program focused on developing treatments for the long-term effects of brain injuries in servicemembers.

Wins for Wichita Falls and Sheppard Air Force Base:

Section 1107 – Grants the Secretary of War direct hiring authority and competitive pay flexibility to recruit and retain instructor pilots and civilian simulator instructors, helping address critical training workforce shortages at Sheppard AFB.
Supports expedited procurement of the Air Force’s T-7A Red Hawk advanced pilot trainer aircraft to pilot training installations.
Supports Air Force Technical Training Modernization through development of a comprehensive strategy to modernize training for aircraft maintenance, logistics readiness, and munitions and missile maintenance career fields.
Directs an assessment from the Secretary of the Air Force on the benefits of incorporating large rotational student populations at installations like Sheppard Air Force Base into manpower authorizations to improve essential support services and force readiness.

Wins for Special Operational Forces:

Authorizes an additional $1.3 billion for U.S. Special Operations Command to address critical modernization priorities and future battlefield requirements, including funding for 10 additional OA-1K Skyraider II aircraft.
Section 1072 – Directs the Department of War to establish leadership and a long-term strategy for countering ubiquitous technical surveillance, including a plan for a program of record, to strengthen secure communications and develop digital protection capabilities across the force.
Places the Irregular Warfare Exercise Laboratory under the strategic oversight of the Irregular Warfare Center to ensure alignment of Department-wide irregular warfare objectives.
Examines the feasibility of providing anonymous telehealth-based counseling services for special operations personnel to increase access to mental health and wellness support.
Directs a briefing on the operations, activities, and long-term strategic direction of the Irregular Warfare Center.

Wins for Revitalizing the U.S. Industrial Base:

Section 1809 – Directs the Department of War to account for projected foreign military sales demand in defense industrial base planning, helping to advance President Trump's Executive Order 14383, "Establishing an America First Arms Transfer Strategy," by ensuring foreign military sales are leveraged to strengthen American manufacturing, grow the defense industrial base, create high-quality jobs, and reinforce the nation's long-term military readiness and technological advantage.
Section 152 – Authorizes a multi-year procurement contract for F-35 aircraft, contingent on certification that each aircraft includes the necessary spare parts and mission equipment to support readiness.
Directs a briefing on the Department’s strategy for acquiring affordable, modular air-to-air munitions designed for use by Collaborative Combat Aircraft.
Modernizes depot maintenance workload calculations by using a rolling average of past, current, and projected revenue to improve planning and resource allocation.

Wins for Countering Extremist Threats in the Middle East and Africa:

Section 224 – Strengthens the U.S.–Israel alliance and establishes a United States–Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative to accelerate the development and deployment of collaborative, next-generation defense technologies to America's servicemembers, consistent with Rep. Jackson’s U.S.-Israel FUTURES Act.
Provides an additional $45 million for contractor-owned, contractor-operated intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) support to U.S. Africa Command.
Examines efforts to strengthen defense partnerships in Africa, support counterterrorism initiatives, and counter the malign influence of strategic competitors like China and Russia.
Advances the Department’s efforts to develop and sustain regional unmanned aircraft systems training centers for partner forces across Africa.
Evaluates counterterrorism requirements in West Africa, including an analysis of extremist threats, territorial control, attack trends, and intelligence gaps affecting situational awareness and operational response capabilities.

Wins for Advancing Unmanned Systems and Emerging Technology:

Section 218 – Establishes designated national airspace corridors for testing and training small unmanned aircraft systems to help advance the Department of War’s Drone Dominance Program.
Assesses the Defense Autonomous Warfare Group’s (DAWG) speed of autonomous system adaptation to advance procurement of emerging drone technologies to America’s warfighters.
Provides a $64 million increase to support ground launch demonstrations of the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) program.
Includes $2.5 million for secure hypersonic prototype manufacturing and $5 million for hypersonic modeling and simulation capabilities research at academic institutions like Texas A&M.
Directs a briefing on Group 3 unmanned aerial systems with potential to perform Group 4 mission sets.
Authorizes a pilot program to evaluate commercially available technologies that strengthen human identity verification for high-consequence cyber and physical security actions.
Accelerates procurement and fleet integration of commercially available small unmanned surface vessels in the U.S. Navy.
Evaluates efforts to assess and adopt AI-enabled assistive technologies for air crew personnel.
Directs the Department to provide a plan to accelerate adoption and deployment of extra-large unmanned underwater vehicles using existing production contracts.
Examines efforts to establish a National Security and Defense Artificial Intelligence Institute as authorized by Rep. Jackson in the FY26 NDAA.
Directs a briefing on systems for managing seabed data collected from unmanned underwater operations.
Advances efforts to certify, procure, and scale production of electronic safe-and-arm optical proximity fuze systems for counter-UAS applications.
Accelerates the Army’s autonomous cargo handling capabilities in contested logistics environments.
Assesses capabilities developed by the Army’s Contested Logistics Cross-Functional Team to sustain and supply forces on future, highly volatile battlefields.

Wins for the Defense Intelligence Enterprise:

Section 1615 – Directs the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security to issue a biennial assessment and strategy for the Department’s intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities in order to meet intelligence collection requirements.
Supports object-based generative AI for OSINT capabilities for the Defense Intelligence Enterprise.
Integrates OSINT training and tradecraft into all-source intelligence analysis training.
Identifies barriers preventing Service Intelligence Centers from transitioning and scaling validated intelligence capabilities that enhance analytic performance, operational awareness, and mission support for Defense Intelligence Enterprise-wide use.

Wins for United States Military Readiness:

Renames the “Department of Defense” as the “Department of War,” restoring the Department’s historic warfighting ethos.
Section 143 – Examines alternatives for developing the next generation of military airlift aircraft.
Section 1603 – Extends the cap on reimbursable indirect space launch fees through FY2031, helping ensure predictable and competitive access to national security launch facilities.
Section 817 – Authorizes federal agencies to acquire critical national security services through usage-based contracts and extends a pilot program testing consumption-based solutions, while requiring recommendations on whether to make the authority permanent.
Provides an additional $11 million for the Advanced Vital Intervention Airborne Training for Emergencies (AVIATE) to expand military-civilian medical training and preparedness, strengthening readiness and response capabilities for large-scale combat operations and major domestic disasters.
Directs the Air Force to assess the operational, cost, infrastructure, and readiness impacts of the decision to retrofit unsuited rotary-wing aircraft for the continuity of government missions and the transport of U.S. officials and security personnel in the National Capital Region.
Examines the Department’s efforts to establish and conduct recurring evaluations of military and civilian medical surge capacity and interoperability, while supporting digital tools that improve medical planning and decision-making in contested environments.
Authorizes the Air Force to partner with commercial providers to strengthen the readiness and reliability of airlift operations, including support for outsized cargo transport capabilities.
Evaluates the Department’s efforts to improve interagency coordination, operational effectiveness, and allied cooperation to counter adversarial gray zone activities.
Analyzes medical sustainment, casualty evacuation, and force health support requirements in future contested environments with significant unmanned systems activity.
Reviews efforts to expand and modernize the Navy's SHARKCAGE cybersecurity program through a unified information technology and operational technology defense architecture across surface and submarine fleets.
Extends a pilot program to improve aerial refueling and fuel management efficiency through AI technologies.
Evaluates hydrogen-based power solutions for military operations in contested and austere environments.
Examines the role of nonprofit youth development organizations in supporting the Department’s recruiting efforts.

Wins for the Well-being of Servicemembers and their Families:

Establishes a joint VA–Department of War Task Force, consistent with Rep. Jackson’s Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act, to coordinate research on cognitive performance, brain protection, and recovery from blast-related neurological injuries affecting servicemembers and veterans.
Section 745 – Directs the Department of War to establish policies and procedures for wellness checks following significant injuries or illnesses to help ensure the health and welfare of affected servicemembers.
Removes the 60-day limit on the accumulation of leave for members of the Armed Forces.
Examines the impact of Military-Connected Academic and Support Program (MCASP) grants and related quality-of-life improvements for servicemembers and their families.
Explores efforts to expand the use of veteran-led nonprofit organizations in POW/MIA recovery missions.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Releases Statement on Domestic Detection of New World Screwworm

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) issued the following statement in response to the detection of New World screwworm in Texas:

“Yesterday, Secretary Rollins and her team at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed the first case of New World screwworm in the United States,” said Rep. Jackson. “The Trump administration has been preparing for this moment for nearly two years and have successfully delayed its arrival longer than many experts thought possible. An outbreak in Texas is estimated to cost our economy nearly two billion dollars in losses, which reinforces why we have consistently pushed for aggressive surveillance and robust eradication efforts throughout Central America and Mexico. Now, it is critical that we remain vigilant and fully support the USDA and Texas Animal Health Commission’s response to mitigate the spread of this threat before it devastates our livestock industry, wildlife populations, and rural economies. I will continue working closely with Secretary Rollins, USDA, and my colleagues on the House Committee on Agriculture to ensure every available resource is deployed to protect America’s livestock producers and prevent a widespread outbreak.”

RESOURCES:

Unified Government Response To Protect the United States

Website managed by the USDA to provide timely updates on confirmed New World screwworm cases and information for interested parties.

Texas Animal Health Commission

Website managed by the TAHC to provide timely updates from the State of Texas and resources to report suspected and confirmed screwworm cases.

Contacts - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

USDA and TAHC recommend that ranchers and farmers put eyes on their livestock every day to detect signs of infestation, treat and cover open wounds, and maintain a working relationship with local veterinarians should a suspected case arise.

Current Status of New World Screwworm

Find treatments given Emergency Use Authorization for preventative and reactive use against NWS under the “Latest News” tab linked above.

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Rep. Ronny Jackson Secures $5.5 Million for Texas Panhandle Priorities in House-Passed Agriculture Appropriations Bill

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced House passage of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2027, which includes $5.5 million in funding for critical community projects across the Texas Panhandle. The funding supports agricultural innovation, emergency preparedness, public safety, and rural economic development across the region.

"These investments deliver real results for the Texas Panhandle,” said Rep. Jackson. “From supporting cutting-edge agricultural research at Texas A&M and West Texas A&M to strengthening emergency preparedness and public safety in Canyon and Randall County, this funding will help our communities remain strong, safe, and economically competitive. It is the honor of a lifetime to represent Texas’ Thirteenth Congressional District, and I will continue fighting to ensure our farmers, ranchers, producers, first responders, and rural communities have the resources they need to succeed."

Rep. Jackson’s Included Community Project Funding:

Texas A&M University Advanced Crop Breeding and Forage Systems Project: $2 million to support agricultural research at the Texas A&M AgriLife High Plains Research and Extension Center in Canyon focused on developing more productive and resilient wheat, corn, peanut, and forage crop varieties.
West Texas A&M University Remote Rangeland Monitoring and Livestock Management System Project: $2 million to help producers remotely monitor livestock health, water systems, and pasture conditions through advanced monitoring technologies and predictive analytics.
City of Canyon Emergency Power Resiliency Project: $500,000 to install emergency power generation at critical municipal facilities, helping to maintain public safety services and ensure the continuity of government operations during disasters, power outages, and severe weather events.
Randall County Fire Station Project: $1 million to support construction of a new fire station, reducing response times and strengthening regional emergency services.

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ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson Joins Secretary Rubio on Advancing America First Foreign Policy and Strengthening Export Controls

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) discussed the State Department's efforts to advance President Trump's America First foreign policy agenda and strengthen U.S. national security during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Rep. Jackson also spoke about his recently introduced Strategic Export Control and Border Security Enhancement Act, legislation that would codify the Office of Export Controls and Border Security within the Department of State to strengthen strategic trade controls, improve border enforcement capabilities, and protect sensitive U.S. technologies from malign foreign actors.

“Secretary Rubio has done great work to execute an America First foreign policy that is making America safer, stronger, and more prosperous. From confronting the corruption of the Maduro regime to negotiations with Iran to stabilize the Middle East, he has played a critical part in spearheading the Trump administration’s peace through strength initiatives,” said Rep. Jackson. “American leadership should always be on behalf of American interests. Thanks to President Trump’s historic foreign policy initiatives, the U.S. is no longer sitting idly by as other nations take advantage of American financial or military support.”

Click here or above to watch the full Q&A

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ICYMI: Rep. Ronny Jackson’s Bill Passes House Veterans’ Affairs Committee

Thu, 21 May 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON — Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) celebrated the passage of his Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act by the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs during its recent markup focused on delivering real solutions for America’s veterans and military families.

The bill now advances for further consideration in the House of Representatives.

“The successful passage of this bill through committee is an important step toward ensuring our servicemembers and veterans receive the care they deserve,” said Rep. Jackson. “Under Chairman Mike Bost’s leadership, Republicans are focused on delivering real results for America’s heroes. My bill ensures our government is finally taking a unified approach to protecting brain health, improving treatment, and delivering better long-term outcomes for the men and women who have sacrificed for our country, especially our Special Operations Forces.”

Specifically, this legislation would:

Align the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of War’s research agendas and acquisition strategies focused on mitigating blast overpressure and its long-term effects,
Establish physiological and cognitive performance baselines for active-duty servicemembers and veterans,
Prioritize translational research into sleep therapy, blast-related gut health issues, mobile diagnostics, and neurological recovery,
Monitor sensory decline, including vision, hearing, vestibular function, and stress-related impairments,
Improve continuity of care by integrating diagnostic tools and data-sharing between the Defense Health Agency and Veterans Health Administration, and
Provide annual reports to Congress detailing research progress, clinical advancements, coordination outcomes, recommendations, and best practices.

Full bill text can be found here and additional information can be found here.

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