Austin travelers are frequently experiencing flight delays because air traffic controllers are understaffed.
After the FAA told me our situation was "as bad as it gets," they fail to take meaningful action to staff up our control tower. I'll keep fighting for our safety.
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Texas District 37
Lloyd Doggett
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Voting Record — 568
Yes40%
No56%
Present1%
Not Voting3%
Party align98%
Cross-party0%
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Lloyd Doggett
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratTexas District 37
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Lloyd's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 22 sponsored · 194 cosponsored
Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.
We can only hope that should America find itself in a similar situation, the members of the president’s party would have the courage to choose democracy first. (2/2)
It is noteworthy that not only the South Korean president’s opponents but also dozens of members of his own party defended democracy by voting to impeach him over his blatant abuse of power in declaring martial law. (1/2)
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From our NEW conversation with U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett: H.R. 9495, by its title an anti-terrorism bill, would actually give Donald Trump the power to label non-profits like the ACLU, the NAACP, and yes, Progress Texas, as terror organizations - and revoke our non-profit status. Pod: bit.ly/4gaqA4m
In Austin, athletics plays a large role in keeping our kids healthy and our communities engaged.
In recognition of Austin hosting the 55th National Athletics Directors Conference, I've joined a resolution to honor those who help students achieve their full potential.
Echoing the sentiment of an Austin airport traveler: safety is number one and we need enough air traffic controllers to ensure the job is done safely.
Despite FAA's misdirection toward weather delays, I continue pressuring for an expanded controlled air space and hiring more traffic controllers.
I joined the Slow Fashion Caucus to push for policies that reduce, repair, rewear and recycle textiles. Fits well with the thrifting movement.
Increasingly mass-produced, throwaway fast fashions with synthetic content fill landfills and pollute waterways.
Austin is the only place I've ever called home, and it's always a joy to have Texas Longhorns from the LBJ School visit my Washington office.
Led by Assistant Dean Trent Thurman, we had an inspiring discussion about their passion for service and the contributions all of us can make to progress.
Additional FAA delays can be expected associated with the nomination of a new administrator and securing Senate confirmation. (2/2)
Noteworthy that FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker, with whom I discussed on Monday safety concerns associated with a lack of air traffic controllers at Austin’s airport, announced he is resigning on January 20, only 13 months into his five-year term. (1/2)
The FAA cites outdated staffing numbers, including two controllers who left our airport last month and two medically disqualified controllers, claiming 33 are staffing AUS.
For over a year, I've pressed for more meaningful action, and I won't stop until we have a stronger margin of safety.
Pleased to meet with @utaustin.bsky.social Brumley Scholars to discuss global human rights, climate, and tax issues.
What starts here changes the world--these students are engaged in thoughtful research and civic engagement.
While the FAA shifts blame for unnecessary travel delays, the reality is in the +1 year that I've demanded more air traffic controllers in Austin, our control tower has less staff, not more.
It's past time for the FAA to do its job and prioritize Austin for more safety measures.
Weight loss drugs can be life-changing, but Big Pharma price gouging makes treatment unaffordable for most.
Rather than forcing Medicare and Medicaid to offer medications it can't afford, I'm urging President Biden to lower prices by authorizing generic competition.
The Tunisian National Guard is committing grave human rights violations against Black migrants, refugees and asylum seekers.
With colleagues, we're urging @secblinken.bsky.social to uphold democratic principles and suspend security assistance funded by taxpayers to the Tunisian National Guard.
Over a year ago, the FAA Administrator told me Austin’s understaffing of air traffic controllers was “as bad as it gets.”
Today, it's worse.
Until the FAA prioritizes more personnel & tools for our control tower, travelers will not have the safety they deserve.
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The Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus brought the holiday spirit to my Washington office.
The bandura, a Ukrainian multi-string instrument, has been a powerful instrument to lift Ukraine through its fraught history, from Stalin’s purges and great famine in the 1930s to Putin’s full-scale invasion today.
Pleased to get an update on her success and thankful for her service to our country’s security. 3/3
…and soon resumes her work at the Pentagon with military construction projects.
Previously she was an Air Force ROTC instructor at The University of Texas at Austin and still has family in South Austin -- her husband, a USAF pilot, and a 2-year-old son. 2/3
Years ago, I nominated graduating Bowie High School student Katie Deiters to the Air Force Academy. Now she is a civil engineer, who has served our nation for over a decade, and become a Major.
She is completing a year at the Capitol as a defense fellow for my colleague, Congresswoman Susie Lee…1/3
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Voting History568 total votesExpandCollapse
Voting History
568 total votes
Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.
| Date | Bill | Question | Position | Party Maj | Align? | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-28 | H. Res. 1142 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-28 | — | Motion to Adjourn | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-27 | H.R. 7084 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-26 | H.R. 8029 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-26 | H.R. 8029 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-26 | H. Res. 1128 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-25 | H.R. 5103 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-25 | H.R. 5103 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-25 | H. Res. 1131 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-25 | H. Res. 1131 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-24 | H.R. 6422 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-19 | H.R. 4638 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-18 | H.J. Res. 139 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-18 | H.R. 1958 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-18 | H.R. 556 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-18 | H.R. 556 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-17 | H. Res. 1115 (119th) | Approve resolution | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Passed |
| 2026-03-17 | H. Res. 1115 (119th) | End debate now | NOT_VOTING | NO | — | Passed |
| 2026-03-17 | S. 3971 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2026-03-17 | H.R. 4294 (119th) | Fast-track passage | NOT_VOTING | YES | — | Passed |
| 2026-03-05 | H.R. 7744 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-05 | H.R. 7744 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-05 | H. Con. Res. 38 (119th) | Approve resolution | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-03-05 | H. Res. 1099 (119th) | Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | NO | YES | ✕ | Passed |
| 2026-03-04 | H. Res. 1100 (119th) | Motion to Refer | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-04 | H.R. 6472 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-04 | S. 723 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-04 | H. Res. 1095 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-03-04 | H. Res. 1095 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-25 | H.R. 4758 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-25 | H.R. 4758 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-24 | H.R. 4626 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-24 | H.R. 4626 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-24 | H. Res. 1075 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-24 | H. Res. 1075 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-24 | S. 2503 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-24 | H.R. 6329 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-12 | H.R. 2189 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | S. 1383 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | S. 1383 (119th) | Motion to Commit | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 261 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 261 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.J. Res. 72 (119th) | Final passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 3617 (119th) | Final passage | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H.R. 3617 (119th) | Send back to committee | YES | YES | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1057 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1057 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1042 (119th) | Approve resolution | NO | NO | ✓ | Failed |
| 2026-02-11 | H. Res. 1042 (119th) | End debate now | NO | NO | ✓ | Passed |
| 2026-02-10 | H.R. 1531 (119th) | Fast-track passage | YES | YES | ✓ | Passed |
Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.