WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump signed into law the Forever GI Bill Housing Payment Fulfillment Act to ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reimburses veterans for missed or underpaid Forever GI Bill housing benefits. The legislation was introduced by U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) … [Read more...]
U.S. Senator John Boozman joined, Arkansas Ag Groups Applaud Senate Passage of Final Farm Bill
WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined with leading agriculture associations in Arkansas to applaud Senate passage of the final version of the 2018 Farm Bill. The 2018 Farm Bill reauthorizes nearly every program housed under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, including commodity … [Read more...]
Senator Tom Cotton Supports New WOTUS Rule
Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement today after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Army proposed a new definition of the waters of the U.S. rule that clarifies federal authority under the Clean Water Act. “Everyone … [Read more...]
Senator Tom Cotton Statement on Criminal Justice Reform Floor Debate
Washington, D.C. —Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the plan to bring the First Step Act to the Senate floor: “For months I’ve said the First Step Act allows violent felons and sex offenders to be released early. I’m pleased the drafters have finally … [Read more...]