Lloyd DoggettVerified account

@RepLloydDoggett

Representing communities from San Antonio to Austin. Senior Member of Ways & Means Committee, Ranking Member of Subcommittee on Tax Policy.

Texas
Joined June 2010

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  1. Oct 20

    Families & seniors should not have to pick up the tab for GOP tax giveaways to the very rich. They threaten the millions who depend on Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and .

  2. Oct 18

    President and CEO Annette Rodriguez & the San Antonio Children's Shelter, which has long done such important work concerning child abuse, presented legislative priorities at a breakfast full of stakeholders committed to improving the welfare of children and foster youth.

  3. Oct 18

    Our letter supports strong sanctions & urges an overdue end to U.S. support for Saudi Arabia’s atrocities in Yemen.

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  4. Oct 18

    With President Trump shamefully equivocating in the face of mounting evidence of Saudi slaughter, Congress must act.

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  5. Oct 18

    NEW: Today, more than 40 lawmakers joined me in urging President Trump to enforce strong sanctions on those responsible for the murder & dismemberment of American resident, journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

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  6. Oct 18

    I spoke on the importance of inclusion of people with disabilities for Nat’l Disability Employment Awareness Month. Thanks to the many leaders building an inclusive, diverse workforce here in San Antonio in the face of Trump Admin’s proposed cruel cuts to key programs.

  7. Oct 17

    Pleased to join Healthy Futures of Texas () President Evelyn Delgado, Founder Dr. Janet Relaini, my friend Dr. Adena Loston, & many others at the Healthy Futures Luncheon with the Stars. I was glad to celebrate their important work on women's health & teen pregnancy.

  8. Oct 17

    At the Breakfast of Champions, Libby & I addressed some real champions in Austin who advocate for quality after school so students can Learn All the Time (). Congrats to the honorees!

  9. Oct 17

    To stay up-to-date with my work in San Antonio, Austin & surroundings as well as Washington D.C., follow me on Instagram :

  10. Oct 16

    Shared w/ : U.S. Mail is not for sale. Stood w/ postal workers to voice appreciation as Trump seems set to try to privatize USPS after the election. Like most of his policies, privatizing would inflict greatest damage on seniors & the economically disadvantaged.

  11. Oct 16

    Thanks to Neil Diaz for inviting us as his guests. And what an amazing family—Peggy Vasquez, Carmen Diane Valera, Catherine Vasquez-Revilla, & Diane Valera—who embody the vibrancy of this special event. And, of course, to Sylvia Orozsco for her outstanding leadership.

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  12. Oct 16

    Each Oct, the is celebrated by in & (next Saturday). Libby & I joined many friends for a colorful evening recognizing Mexican culture and art. Congrats to Manuel Zuniga & Rina Lazo on your awards.

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  13. Oct 15

    During this unique Tricentennial year in San Antonio, Libby & I viewed the impressive exhibit on display at the Bexar County Courthouse. Depicts Spain’s influence here & across America, from Florida to California.

  14. Oct 15

    Libby & I always enjoy participating in the Kyle Founders' Day Parade this weekend. A little rain didn't prevent families from enjoying the morning's festivities. Riding in style in Hank Smith’s classic Oldsmobile & visiting with many neighbors afterwards.

  15. Oct 14

    At a time of so many continuing assaults on women's health care, uplifting to see broad community support for life-saving work of . As longtime supporters Libby & I were pleased to join in honoring our friend Cecile Richards for outstanding service during a troubling period.

  16. Oct 11

    Great turnout recently for & . So many are reaffirming our commitment to public education & overcome those who would undermine it.

  17. Oct 11

    As a senior member of the House Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee, I released the below statement on an anticipated Trump Admin notice of intent to begin negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Philippines:

  18. Oct 10

    Good visit with the Network of Asian American Organizations, bringing together Austin’s diverse Asian community and unique perspectives, culture, & entrepreneurship.

  19. Oct 8

    Always impressed by the creativity & caliber of startups in Austin. Enjoyed visiting with the entrepreneurs and companies that make Austin such an attractive place to start a business during , including , , Deborah Navarro, , &

  20. Oct 8

    We all depend upon the Postal Service to pay our bills, communicate w/ loved ones, & to help with our work. I joined & to push back against the Trump privatization of public services & that's what this rally and rallies across the US are doing today.

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