Moore County Journal

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced he will serve on two Foreign Affairs Subcommittees in the 117th Congress. His assignments include Middle East, North Africa, and Global Counterterrorism in addition to Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights. The Foreign Affairs Committee’s Lead Republican, Michael McCaul of Texas, was pleased to welcome Congressman Jackson to his subcommittees.

Jackson said: “I am honored to serve on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and to have been selected for two powerful subcommittees. My background in the Navy and as a physician has well prepared me for the work ahead.

The Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Global Counterterrorism will work on issues I am deeply passionate about given my combat experience in the War on Terror, during which I was stationed in Iraq. Key to America’s success in ending the War on Terror will be a continued partnership with one of our most important allies – Israel. I will be a vocal advocate for the American-Israeli relationship, and for our combined efforts to defeat terrorism and promote democracy around the world.

The work of the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Global Human Rights is important for a reason you may not realize – countering China’s growing influence in Africa. China is one of the most powerful threats to America right now, so we must be vigilant as they look to grow their global footprint. From a global health standpoint, we will look to prevent future pandemics and hold organizations, like the World Health Organization, accountable for their role in providing thorough, accurate information to the world.

Both of these subcommittees will help us to strive for a freer, safer, and more democratic world.”

Lead Republican McCaul said: “I am excited to welcome Congressman Ronny Jackson to these outstanding Foreign Affairs subcommittees. His service as a Navy Physician and combat veteran will be important for his subcommittee work on the Middle East and Global Health in particular.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced he will serve on two House Armed Services Subcommittees in the 117th Congress. His subcommittee assignments include Tactical Air and Land Forces and Military Personnel. Jackson was the only freshman member appointed to the prestigious Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee.

“I am pleased to announce my appointment to the House Armed Services Subcommittees on Tactical Air and Land Forces in addition to Military Personnel.

The Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee is crucial to the military’s ongoing modernization efforts, ensuring readiness levels are at a place where we can protect ourselves against threats from around the world. My role on this subcommittee will put me in a great position to advocate for Bell Helicopter, which has been an industry leader for decades, and will continue to be as we move forward in support of the Army’s Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team. I will also be a leading advocate for Sheppard Air Force Base’s critical mission as well as the continued development of the T-7A Red Hawk, which will one day be flown out of Sheppard, replacing the aging fleet of T-38 Talons.

Given my background as a Navy Physician, I will also serve on the Military Personnel Subcommittee, which oversees all things related to military healthcare, like the Defense Health Agency. One of our most important duties is, of course, to take care of service members, but also to take care of their families while they are deployed. We cannot expect our men and women in uniform to be at their best if they are worried about their spouse and children back home. I will bring strong experience to the important work of the Military Personnel Subcommittee.”

Congressman Kevin Brady (TX-08), Dean of the Texas Delegation in the U.S. House of Representatives, named Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) as a Co-Chair of the Texas Agriculture Task Force. The task force will advocate for Texas agriculture priorities in the House, ensuring the delegation presents a united front in advancing policy positions. The Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee, Glenn Thompson of Pennsylvania, welcomed the news of Texas’ united efforts on agriculture.

Other Texans named co-chairs of the task force include Congressmen Jodey Arrington, Michael Cloud, Tony Gonzales, and August Pfluger.

Texas is home to 247,000 farms, covering over 126 million acres, making it the top agriculture state in the country.

Jackson said: “In me, the Texas agriculture community will always have a trusted friend and vocal ally. I represent the top agriculture district in Texas, and Texas is the top agriculture state in the country, so I know just how important agriculture priorities are to our state and local economies. Supply chain infrastructure, rural broadband, and beginning negotiations for the 2023 Farm Bill are among our chief priorities in the 117th Congress.”

Brady said: “Agriculture is crucial to our Texas economy and way of life. These lawmakers will lead our efforts in Congress to protect farmers, ranchers and the million jobs in our state tied to agriculture.”

Thompson said: “Texas is the epicenter of production agriculture and is essential to our nation’s food security. The Texas Ag Task Force will be an important part of staying close to Texas producers as we craft the next Farm Bill and advance policies that strengthen American agriculture and rural America.”