Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, a U.S. Congresswoman representing Texas’ 7th district since 2019, has recently addressed several significant issues through her social media platform. Born in Houston in 1975, Fletcher holds a BA from Kenyon College and a JD from the College of William and Mary. She continues to be an active voice on matters affecting her constituents.
On May 14, 2025, Fletcher criticized a budget bill proposed by House Republicans that aims to “defund Planned Parenthood completely for all services, including family planning and cancer screenings.” She expressed strong opposition to this measure, stating it as “a terrible idea,” and revealed her efforts to introduce an amendment to remove this section during the bill’s markup process. Emphasizing public trust in Planned Parenthood, she underscored the importance of maintaining its services.
The following day, May 15, 2025, Fletcher commemorated Police Officers Memorial Day by acknowledging various local law enforcement agencies. In her tweet, she stated: “Each year on #PoliceOfficersMemorialDay, we remember and thank the officers of @HoustonPolice…” Her message highlighted appreciation for the service provided by multiple police departments within her district.
Later that day on May 15th, Fletcher discussed healthcare concerns related to Medicaid coverage with Houston Public Media. In a tweet regarding this discussion, she pointed out that “Medicaid covers 50% of births in Texas.” She also raised alarm over Republican-proposed cuts which could potentially risk healthcare access for nearly 14 million Americans relying on Medicaid.
Fletcher’s recent statements reflect ongoing legislative challenges and highlight key areas of concern such as healthcare funding and community safety.
