Representative Jodey Arrington, Republican from Texas

Jodey Arrington

Representative · Texas · Republican

Jodey Arrington

Biography
Jodey Arrington, a former university administrator and economic development leader, was elected as the U.S. Representative for Texas’s 19th Congressional District in 2016. He prioritizes strengthening rural healthcare, advancing agricultural policy, and promoting fiscal responsibility. Arrington has chaired the House Budget Committee and played a key role in passing legislation to support farmers and ranchers, including disaster relief measures for West Texas. He is known for a pragmatic approach and works to ensure his district’s rural communities have a strong voice in national policymaking.
Education
  • Certificate of International Business Management, McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
    2004
  • Master of Public Administration, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
    1997
  • B.A. in Political Science, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
    1994
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2017–Present

    Represented Texas's 19th congressional district for 5 terms.

  • President, Scott Laboratories (Lubbock, Texas)

    2014–2016

    Led a healthcare innovation holding company focused on launching new ventures, telehealth, and other revenue-generating initiatives until his election to Congress.

  • Vice Chancellor for Research and Commercialization, Texas Tech University System

    2011–2014

    Oversaw research and commercialization efforts for the Texas Tech University System and chaired the Task Force for Enrollment Growth.

  • Chief of Staff and Senior Administrator, Texas Tech University System

    2006–2011

    Served as system chief of staff and primary liaison to vice chancellors after returning to Texas Tech University in 2006.

  • Deputy Federal Coordinator and Chief Operating Officer, Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding

    2005–2006

    Assisted in coordinating federal recovery and rebuilding efforts along the Gulf Coast following major hurricanes, working with federal, state, and local officials.

  • Chief of Staff to the Chairman, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

    2001–2005

    Served as chief of staff to FDIC Chairman Donald E. Powell, overseeing the offices of the Chairman, Policy Development, and Public Affairs.

Policy Focus
Taxation15%
Economics and Public Finance11%
Health10%
Immigration8%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Jodey Arrington's record in Congress.

  • Agriculture Policy

    Helped secure disaster relief funding for Texas farmers and ranchers affected by droughts and severe weather.

  • Rural Healthcare

    Advocated for increased Medicare reimbursement rates to support rural hospitals and healthcare providers in West Texas.

  • Tax Reform

    Supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which lowered tax rates for individuals and businesses.

  • Veterans Affairs

    Sponsored legislation to improve access to mental health care services for veterans in rural communities.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on the BudgetChair
  • Joint Economic Committee
  • House Committee on Ways and Means

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