Congressman French Hill Statement on Passing of Former State Senator Stanley Russ

WASHINGTON – Today, following the death of former Arkansas State Senator Stanley Russ, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement: “Martha and I were saddened to learn about the loss of our friend, former state senator Stanley Russ. For two decades Stanley was a friend and … [Read more...]

U.S. Senator John Boozman Meets with EPA Administrator Nominee

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement after meeting with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator nominee Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt late Thursday: “We need an EPA Administrator who is committed to restoring the voice of citizens … [Read more...]

Governor Asa Hutchinson and Facebook Announce Arkansas & Facebook Techstart Partnership

LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson today announced the details of an agreement with Facebook, Inc. to launch the company’s Techstart program in Arkansas high schools. The Arkansas & Facebook Techstart Partnership is a first-of-its-kind partnership with the social media giant. Under the … [Read more...]

Congressman French Hill Statement on RSC Obamacare Repeal and Replace Proposal

WASHINGTON – This week, the Republican Study Committee (RSC) unveiled its plan to repeal and replace Obamacare. Since its implementation into law, the so-called Affordable Care Act has created giant increases in premiums and deductibles, forced insurers to withdraw from the markets, and limited … [Read more...]

Senate Prayer Breakfast Leaders to Meet with President-Elect Trump

U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), co-chairs of the 2017 National Prayer Breakfast, will meet with President-elect Trump on Wednesday, December 14 at Trump Tower to discuss the annual event that brings together political leaders from around the world to celebrate their … [Read more...]

Reserve Component Retirees to be Honored with Veteran Status

The U.S. Senate early Saturday approved legislation to improve services for our nation’s veterans which included a Boozman-authored provision to honor as veterans, National Guard and Reserve retirees who served honorably for a minimum of 20 years but do not meet the active duty service requirement … [Read more...]

Congressman French Hill Statement on Anti-Israel UN Resolution

WASHINGTON – Today, after the Obama Administration failed to veto the United Nations Security Council’s anti-Israel resolution, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) issued the following statement: “Down to the bitter end, the Obama Administration continues to undermine and threaten our relationship … [Read more...]

U.S. Senator John Boozman Condemns UN Security Council Measure Attacking Israel

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) released the following statement related to the U.N. Security Council's passage of a resolution criticizing Israel for its construction of settlements in the West Bank: “I am deeply disappointed in the United Nations Security Council's vote condemning … [Read more...]

Boozman Votes to Increase Troop Pay & Protect Military’s Basic Housing Allowance in Defense Authorization

U.S. Senator John Boozman applauded passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a critical authorization bill that supports our nation’s troops, their families and our military installations. “This bill is vital to to ensuring that our men and women in uniform have the tools they need … [Read more...]

Senate Air Force Caucus Members Discuss Priorities with Senior Members of Air Force

Members of the Senate Air Force Caucus met with U.S. Air Force leaders at the caucus' biannual breakfast in Washington to discuss upcoming priorities and challenges of the Air Force. Chief of Staff of the Air Force General David Goldfein; Vice Chief General Steven Wilson and Chief Master Sergeant … [Read more...]