Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Biden Administration Decision to Remove the Terrorist Designation of the Houthi Militia

Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement regarding President Biden’s decision to remove the terrorist designation of the Houthi militia in Yemen: “The Houthi rebels are armed and trained by Iran’s overseas terror corps, the IRGC and Hezbollah. They fire missiles at … [Read more...]

Senator John Boozman Shares Military Service Memories of Late WWII Veteran in Recognition of Black History Month

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the service and sacrifice of the late Benjamin Haymon, a WWII veteran who served in the Pacific Theater, in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series recognizing the military service of Arkansans. Haymon shared memories from his life’s experiences during an … [Read more...]

Amendment to Prohibit Stimulus Checks for Illegal Immigrants Passed that was introduced by Senators Cotton and Young

An amendment introduced by Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Todd Young (R-Indiana) to prohibit Economic Impact Payments (EIP) for illegal immigrants passed the Senate this evening on a bipartisan 58-42 vote. “We shouldn’t give checks to foreigners who’ve broken our … [Read more...]

Senator John Boozman Officially Named Ranking Member of Senate Ag Committee

U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), the top Republican on the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, was formally named the Ranking Member of the committee after the Senate approved its organizing resolution. As Ranking Member, Boozman will work with Chairwoman Debbie … [Read more...]

‘Discover Arkansas’ February Edition Now Online

The February edition of “Discover Arkansas” is now available at www.arkansas.com/discover-arkansas. Published by Arkansas Tourism, the monthly digital publication highlights events, activities and trip ideas in The Natural State. Hit the road for some Arkansas cuisine! From north to south, … [Read more...]

Moving to Online Format Wildlife of Arkansas Student Art Contest

Once again, the Arkansas Wildlife Federation (AWF) and Creative Ideas have come together to promote wildlife education through the arts in the annual Wildlife of Arkansas Student Art Contest. For the 2021 contest, students from kindergarten through 12th grade will submit artwork online through … [Read more...]

Senator John Boozman Takes Helm for Republicans on Senate Agriculture Committee Panel

WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), incoming Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry—along with top committee Democrat and incoming Chairwoman Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI)—held a hearing on the nomination of Thomas Vilsack to serve as U.S. … [Read more...]

Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Pete Buttigieg Confirmation

Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the confirmation vote for Pete Buttigieg to be U.S. Secretary of Transportation: “Pete Buttigieg supports policies that will cost American jobs, including the Green New Deal and cancelling … [Read more...]

Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Alejandro Mayorkas Confirmation Vote

Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the confirmation vote for Alejandro Mayorkas to be Secretary of Homeland Security: “Alejandro Mayorkas has flouted immigration law, embroiled himself in scandals, intimidated whistleblowers, … [Read more...]

Harding University honors and celebrates African American alumni on campus

SEARCY, Ark. Harding University President David Burks has announced that the University will honor and celebrate Bro. Elijah Anthony and Dr. Howard Wright, the first African American undergraduate students to earn a bachelor’s degrees from Harding, by naming the Administration building in their … [Read more...]