Texas Rep. Jodey Arrington Champions America First Budget: What’s Next?

Texas Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) is celebrating a significant milestone as his America First Budget Resolution, H.Con.Res.14, passed in the House of Representatives. This marks a key moment in fulfilling the core goals of President Donald Trump's America First agenda.

The resolution is being hailed as the critical first step in the reconciliation process, a tool set to drive forward transformative changes in policy that will affect American families for generations to come.

Following the vote, Chairman Arrington shared his enthusiasm:

“WOW! House Republicans just passed my budget resolution that provides the fiscal framework for one of the most consequential pieces of legislation in modern history. This budget is the principal legislative vehicle for delivering on President Trump's America First agenda, which is all about fiscal responsibility, keeping our communities safe, and reigniting economic growth."

The resolution is designed to address what Arrington and many Republicans see as urgent issues for the nation, including reining in excessive government spending and restoring financial health to the entirety of the U.S.

As Chairman Arrington put it:

“I’m proud of my colleagues for meeting this moment with the urgency it demands,”

Now, as the resolution heads to the Senate, Arrington urges swift action to ensure the final passage of this budget. For Texans watching, this is a key development in both the state and the country’s political landscape. Stay tuned for more updates on this historic resolution.

About Jodey Arrington

Jodey Arrington is a Republican politician who has represented Texas’s 19th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2017. Born on March 24, 1972, in San Angelo, Texas, he is a former banker, educator, and policy advisor.

Before entering politics, Arrington worked as a policy advisor for Governor George W. Bush and for institutions such as Texas Tech University, where he served as Vice Chancellor of Institutional Advancement. He also spent time as the director of business development, where he gained experience in economic development and public policy. Arrington's political career began at the Texas State Legislature, where he served as the state representative for the 19th Congressional District.