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More Education Tax Cut
Learn about the tax cut Lloyd Doggett authored so that individuals who want to further their education and who spend up to $2,500 for tuition and textbooks can have $2,500 taken off their federal tax bill.
Supporting Our Vets
Lloyd Doggett has worked to expand veterans' health facilities so Texas vets don't have to drive long distances for the healthcare they have earned.
No to Wall Street Bailouts
Lloyd Doggett voted against the bank bailouts, no matter which President proposed them.
What Our Neighbors Are Saying:
“I am a life long Austin Democrat and am so very proud to have Congressman Lloyd Doggett as my representative in Congress. I moved from the 10th District when it was created as I did not want that Congressman to say he was speaking for me. I totally support Lloyd Doggett for US Congress.”
Sandra Bernal, Austin,
August 1, 2010
“I can plainly see that there are not enough resources for the teachers or the students here in Austin. We need Perry to stop putting his politics in front of our children’s education and properly fund our schools so our children can get the education they deserve. I want to thank U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, for standing up for the teachers and children of our great state.”
Robert Stephenson, Austin American-Statesman, Letter to the Editor, July 11, 2010
“I was so encouraged when Congress and the President recently enacted a financial reform act. In fact, I was very pleased to read about Congressman Lloyd Doggett’s strong support for these efforts in his recent piece in the Daily Record.”
Jon Leonard, San Marcos Daily Record, Letter to the Editor, July 20, 2010
“In addition to listening to the public, he goes to bat for requests from the cities, procuring government funds to assist in the Smithville Post Office upgrade and assisting in the move of the Bastrop Historical Society to a larger museum. I don’t accept ‘do nothing’ as a solution and I am glad Congressman Doggett doesn’t either.”
Anne Beck, Bastrop Advertiser
Letter to the Editor, October 24, 2009
“The constituents of the 25th District will always take top priority with Lloyd Doggett and he continues the hard work and dedication that have been the hallmarks of his years as a Congressman. The voters of Colorado County will not be disappointed.”
Mark Warner, Colorado County Citizen
Letter to the Editor, January 6, 2010
“I strongly support the efforts of Congressman Lloyd Doggett to respond to the problems women encounter.”
Carrie F. Knox, Bastrop Advertiser
Letter to the Editor, November 6, 2009
“For [Lloyd Doggett's] unwavering concern for humanity, we thank him immensely.”
Chelsea Brass, Austin American-Statesman
Letter to the Editor, July 6, 2009
“I am proud to live in Bastrop, be a Democrat and be fortunate enough to have Congressman Doggett in Congress for us.”
Linda Laughinghouse, Smithville Times
Letter to the Editor, August 13, 2009
“Congressman Doggett continues to support and work for legislative issues that are in the best interests of all his constituents regardless of their religion, their nationality or their politics. He was not intimidated by the rudeness and incivilities of the Tea Party folks who disrupted his appearances at meetings in his District.”
Mark Warner, Colorado County Citizen
Letter to the Editor, January 6, 2010
“There was Congressman Doggett and his wife Libby back in Bastrop once again, this time at Lakeside Hospital to support our Bastrop Boys and Girls Club. He understands that soaring health care costs pose [problems] for folks [in Bastrop] and that our small businesses that are the economic lifeblood of our community. [Lloyd Doggett] reflects Bastrop values in Washington.”
Douglas Clark, Bastrop Advertiser
Letter to the Editor, October 24, 2009
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“Best Elected Official” is Lloyd Doggett, Austin Chronicle Readers Say
Today, Austin Chronicle readers, in the annual “Best of Austin” poll, named Lloyd Doggett “Best Elected Official for 2010.” Citing the “supercongressman” and his “firm voice” it noted his “constant presence at community events throughout his district.” It is not the first time Lloyd. Doggett has been recognized for his ongoing efforts on behalf of Central Texans. Austin Chronicle readers have previously named him “Best Unsung Hero” one year and then “Best Elected Official” for four years in row. In 2008, the Chronicle called him among “the hardest working Congressman on the Hill,” who has “served the people of Austin and Central Texas with distinction, courage, and forthrightness.”
Perry To Accept Education Money, But Will ‘Look For Ways Around’ Actually Spending It On Education
When Congress approved $10 billion in funding for states to preserve education jobs earlier this month, it included the requirement that Texas maintain its current education funding for the next few years if it wants to claim its share of the money. The justification for the move was solid: when the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act first passed, Gov. Rick Perry (R-TX) took the education funding, but then cut Texas’ education budget and shoved the money he saved into the state’s rainy day fund. Read More »
Rep. Lloyd Doggett Visits with Capital Area Food Bank and the Boys and Girls Club in Austin
I was happy to be part of a hot but fun-filled afternoon with the Capital Area Food Bank and the Boys and Girls Club in Austin. In its 29th year of service, the Capital Area Food Bank of Texas provides food and grocery products to more than 350 Partner Agencies in 21 Central Texas counties! That’s a lot of lunches! The good work that this organization does every day, rain or shine, does not go unnoticed, and it was an extremely rewarding experience to be part of their day-to-day work to provide the meals that Central Texas children need to grow. I will continue to work for federal dollars to ensure that when a family needs a place to turn for this kind of vital assistance, Capital Area Food Bank can continue to be there for them. To see video of my visit, please click here.
