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| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-winners-2025-congressional-app-challenge | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE 2025 CONGRESSIONAL APP CHALLENGE | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced the winners for the Fourth District’s 2025 Congressional App Challenge on Monday evening in Hot Springs. The Congressional App Challenge encourages high school students across the country to showcase their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) skills and knowledge by creating their own apps. The winning app, “VeriTask,” was created by Zaynab Al-Shami from Arkansas Connections Academy. This app is designed to help diagnose younger kids who might be suffering from disorders but struggle to get a diagnosis or medical help due to their young age. The app provides games based on what disorder is being tested for and a directory of doctors in the area. Congressman Bruce Westerman released the following statement: “The Congressional App Challenge creates an opportunity for Arkansas students to learn more about computer science and technology, and it is a great privilege to celebrate the ingenuity and skill displayed in our youth each year,” said Congressman Westerman. This year’s competition was no exception, and I’m grateful for the determination and creativity displayed by each participating team that shines a bright light on the exciting future that lies ahead for the Natural State.” The “VeriTask” app will be on digital display in the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., along with winning apps from other congressional districts. This year, the Fourth District received 9 submissions from 21 students, and the winners were announced on Monday evening during a reception held in Hot Springs. The winners were chosen by a panel of 2 judges. The 2025 Fourth District top three teams are: First Place: Zaynab Al-Shami from Arkansas Connections Academy – “VeriTask” App. Second Place: Mohammed Alroobi and Nasif Ahmed from Magnolia High School – “ARCA Smart Saver” App. Third Place: Lindsey Hollis, Elizabeth Brewer, and Sara Benitez from Dardanelle High School – “Early Discovery” App. | 1 | 2026-04-30T06:05:15Z | 2026-04-30T06:07:09Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-votes-pass-fy2026-ndaa | WESTERMAN VOTES TO PASS FY2026 NDAA | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “Today’s bill exemplifies bicameral, bipartisan work to bolster our national defense capabilities, support our servicemembers, and increase our military readiness. By passing the NDAA for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26), House Republicans are ensuring our military receives the necessary funding and equipment crucial to supporting our servicemembers as they defend our freedom. While Russia, China, and other bad actors continue to threaten democracy around the world, the United States must remain the global leader in defense,” said Congressman Westerman. “The NDAA is a cornerstone of our national security and, as it does every year, the FY26 NDAA continues to strongly invest in the defense programs housed right here in the Fourth District in East Camden. This support is vital for our local economy and provides employment opportunities for countless Arkansans. I am always proud to support any legislation that is good for Arkansas and defends America. This bill certainly achieves both goals.” The 2026 NDAA supports Arkansas and American defense by: • Authorizing $900.6 billion to improve service member quality of life, secure our borders, and bolster our nation’s defense systems and equipment. • Supporting organic industrial base sites in the Fourth District like Pine Bluff Arsenal through adding additional production lines and modernization initiatives. • Supporting the Camden community through the evaluation of U.S. stockpiles of critical munitions that are widely produced by major defense contractors located in Camden. • Expanding vital telehealth and mail order pharmacy benefits for veterans and active duty servicemembers. • Including a 3.8% pay raise for servicemembers. • Supporting military housing and education initiatives for military families. • Supporting the rapid expansion of our nation’s defense industrial base, including mu… | 1 | 2026-06-04T06:38:12Z | 2026-06-04T06:39:44Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/veteran-lawmakers-introduce-resolution-condemning-lawmakers-reckless-call-for-military-disobedience | Veteran Lawmakers Introduce Resolution Condemning Lawmakers’ Reckless Call for Military Disobedience | 2025-12-04 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01), former U.S. Army Sergeant, and Congressman Ryan Zinke (MT-01), former Navy SEAL Commander, along with 16 other veteran lawmakers introduced a resolution condemning Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Representatives Jason Crow (CO-06), Christopher Deluzio (PA-17), Margaret Goodlander (NH-01), and Christina Houlahan (PA-06) for publicly urging members of the United States military and intelligence community to independently judge and refuse orders from the Commander in Chief, an action that risks violating the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and undermining national security. On November 18, 2025, the six Members of Congress released a video accusing the Trump Administration of "pitting" the military and intelligence community against American citizens. They urged servicemembers and intelligence professionals to independently judge the legality of presidential orders and pledged to "have their backs" if they refuse to follow directives they personally deem "illegal." When later pressed for evidence of any unlawful orders, Senator Slotkin admitted she was "not aware of things [orders] that are illegal," and others offered no proof to support their claims. The resolution states: Denouncing dangerous and seditious rhetoric by Members of Congress and expressing condemnation of Senator Mark Kelly, Senator Elissa Slotkin, Representative Jason Crow, Representative Christopher Deluzio, Representative Maggie Goodlander, and Representative Chrissy Houlahan for attempting to sow disallegiance amongst members of the United States military and intelligence community and encouraging them to act against the Commander in Chief and President of the United States and violate the Uniform Code of Military Justice. It continues: Whereas Congress, which holds the power to declare war, was so concerned that the chain of command could be undermined by individuals encouraging disloyalty by members of the military that it made it a Federal crime to… | 1 | 2026-05-20T06:27:31Z | 2026-05-20T06:28:54Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-votes-reopen-government-support-servicemembers-and-ag | WESTERMAN VOTES TO REOPEN GOVERNMENT, SUPPORT SERVICEMEMBERS AND AG COMMUNITY | 2025-11-12 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House of Representatives passed the Senate’s Continuing Resolution which included appropriations legislation for agriculture, the legislative branch, and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “After more than 40 days of leaving American taxpayers to shoulder the burden of political theatre that created needless hardship on families, workers, and communities across the Fourth District, House Republicans have passed a measure to reopen the government,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04). “I’m proud to have cast my vote not only to get Washington working again, but to pass legislation that supports our military heroes who have served our country, our hardworking farmers and agriculture community, and government operations for constituents across the Fourth District. I am eager to hit the ground running to continue the work we’re doing to create commonsense, conservative legislation that delivers on the promise House Republicans made to the American people.” Background Today’s vote included legislation which addresses the following issues: Agriculture • Invests in MAHA food safety, USDA, and FDA — keeping America’s food and drug supply secure. • Strengthens tracking of foreign land purchased to protect U.S. farmland. • Funds land-grant universities to keep U.S. agriculture competitive against China. • Fully funds nutrition programs — SNAP, WIC, Child Nutrition. Legislative Branch • Ensures continued operations and services for constituents. • Supports governance and work advancing President Trump’s legislative priorities. • Prevents federal dollars from going to Chinese-made tech or drones. • Requires unused MRA funds to go towards reducing the debt. • Eliminates wasteful, liberal mandates, including “low-emission” vehicle requirements. | 1 | 2026-04-24T05:51:25Z | 2026-04-24T05:53:00Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-recognizing | WESTERMAN, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2025 AS NATIONAL DYSLEXIA AWARENESS MONTH | 2025-10-17 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressional Dyslexia Caucus Co-Chairs Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) and Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26) introduced a resolution recognizing October 2025 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introduced the companion resolution in the U.S. Senate. “This resolution, which I am proud to introduce, raises awareness of the social stigmas and learning challenges our students with dyslexia face every day and underscores the need to equip them with the best tools and resources to reach their full potential,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman. “Although millions of students experience the hurdles of this learning disability, dyslexia remains woefully misunderstood. By gaining a deeper understanding, we can foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for all learners. I would also like to extend my thanks to Senator Cassidy and my fellow Dyslexia Caucus Co-Chair, Congresswoman Brownley, for making this a bicameral and bipartisan issue.” “I began my career in public service to ensure that all children, including those with dyslexia like my daughter, have the resources and supportive learning environments they need to reach their fullest potential,” said Congresswoman Julia Brownley. “By recognizing October as Dyslexia Awareness Month, we are shining a light on the barriers individuals with dyslexia face and reaffirming our commitment to providing them with the tools and support they need to thrive. As co-chair of the Congressional Dyslexia Caucus, I will continue working to raise awareness and expand opportunities for every person with dyslexia to succeed.” “Despite dyslexia impacting one in five Americans, students are rarely tested,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This resolution brings awareness to dyslexia, promoting early screening so students receive the resources they need to reach their full potential.” “Better early screening, modern tools, and more aware… | 1 | 2026-04-22T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-22T05:48:06Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crawford-letlow-introduce-legislation-to-bridge-the-gap-by-providing-more-immediate-relief-for-us-farmers | Reps. Crawford, Letlow Introduce Legislation to Bridge the Gap by Providing More Immediate Relief for U.S. Farmers | 2025-10-10 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JONESBORO, A.R. - Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) and Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) introduced the Bridge the Gap for Rural Communities Act (H.R. 5710). This legislation helps farmers bridge the safety net gap until the updated farm provisions in the Working Families Tax Cut Act take full effect next year. The legislation suspends the payment limitation for the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program and the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) program for the 2025 crop year and provides farmers the option to elect by December 1 if they want a 50% partial payment by the end of the year instead of waiting until October 2026. "Sadly, we have already lost farmers, and without action we are on the precipice of losing many more," said Rep. Crawford. "This bill is not a silver bullet, but it will give farmers and agriculture lenders breathing room as they work through operating loans for next season. Anything we can do to keep farmers in the field for at least one more year to bridge the gap to the full benefits of the Working Families Tax Cut Act must be done. I appreciate Rep. Letlow co-leading this effort with me as we champion the needs of farmers in Washington." "Our commodity producers need more timely support at a time of increasing pressure on the farm economy," said Rep. Letlow. "Our bill will provide much needed flexibility to Louisiana growers, easing cash flow concerns and putting them in a stronger position for the next planting season." Farmers and rural communities are at a crisis point. Years of high input costs and low commodity prices continue to punish the farm economy. According to the USDA, between 2020 and today, seed expenses have increased 18%, fuel and oil expenses increased 32%, fertilizer expenses increased 37%, labor costs increased 47%, and interest expenses increased by a staggering 73%. Sadly, commodity prices have not kept pace. In 2025, major row crops are expected to suffer substantial losses including projections of per acre losses of $114.15 for soybeans, $111.64 for wheat, $169.31 fo… | 1 | 2026-05-01T06:06:26Z | 2026-05-01T06:08:22Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-crawford-carter-higgins-introduce-the-prioritizing-offensive-agriculture-disputes-and-enforcement-act | Reps. Crawford, Carter, Higgins Introduce the Prioritizing Offensive Agriculture Disputes and Enforcement Act | 2025-10-03 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JONESBORO, A.R. -This week, Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01), Congressman Troy Carter (LA-02), and Congressman Clay Higgins (LA-03) introduced the Prioritizing Offensive Agricultural Disputes and Enforcement Act (H.R. 5620). This legislation establishes an Agricultural Trade Enforcement Task Force made up of appointees from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), and other federal agencies that will: Identify foreign trade barriers to U.S. agricultural product exports that are potentially vulnerable to World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement or other trade agreements. Develop and implement a strategy for enforcing violations of trade agreements related to these trade barriers. Consult with the private sector, government agencies, and trading partners on best practices to achieve a positive outcome for U.S. agricultural exports. Submit a quarterly report to Congress on progress towards resolving cases or filing disputes. India continues to egregiously violate price support commitments of the 165 WTO member countries to limit subsidies for developing countries to 10% of the value of production. The WTO has pegged India's price supports as based on the value of production at the following levels: Rice – 87.9% Wheat – 67.5% Cotton – 67.9% Chickpeas – 31.7% Lentils – 41% Pulses - 47.4% Since India is over-subsidizing, the country's farmers are massively outproducing domestic demand and have the capacity to flood the international market with cheap products, something they have done with agricultural products like rice and shrimp. U.S. farmers are already struggling enough, so this bill will help protect them from further hardship due to unfair practices. The Senate companion bill, S. 743 - Ag Disputes Act, was introduced by Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), John Boozman (R-AR), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Joni Ernst (R-IA), and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL). "The U.S. needs to be serious about going after violators at the WTO that hurt our farmers. It is not fair for t… | 1 | 2026-04-29T06:03:53Z | 2026-04-29T06:05:09Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-with-congressional-colleagues-introduces-the-bipartisan-drive-safe-act | Crawford with Congressional Colleagues Introduces the Bipartisan DRIVE Safe Act | 2025-09-26 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JONESBORO, A.R. - Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR-01), Congressman Jared Golden (D-ME-02), Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-AR-04), Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-16), and Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA-3) introduced H.R 5563, the Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE) Safe Act, which would help train a new generation of commercial truck drivers and get our commercial economy delivering again. The DRIVE Safe Act simplifies a federal apprenticeship pilot program that allows an individual under the age of 21 who holds a state-issued commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate a commercial motor vehicle across state lines once the apprentice completes the program. The apprenticeship requires a 120-hour probationary period, including 280 hours of on-duty time, of which 160 hours must be drive time in a commercial motor vehicle. During this program, the apprentice will be accompanied by an experienced driver who is at least 26 years old and has a minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience. This legislation aims to address truck driver shortages, reduce supply chain disruptions, and enhance safety and job opportunities for young drivers. Currently, 49 states and the District of Columbia allow individuals 18 years or older to obtain a CDL for the exclusive use of intrastate commerce trucking; however, federal law prohibits individuals under 21 years old from transporting goods across state lines. "Today, an 18-year-old truck driver can legally transport goods from West Memphis to Texarkana – a 270-mile route – so long as the trip remains within Arkansas," said Congressman Crawford. "However, the same driver is prohibited by federal law from driving just 7 miles across the state line into Memphis, Tennessee. Allowing qualified 18-to-20-year-olds to operate a commercial vehicle across state lines, just as they already do within their home states, is a commonsense step toward addressing workforce shortages and improving supply ch… | 1 | 2026-04-24T05:51:25Z | 2026-04-24T05:53:00Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-rick-crawford-announces-2025-congressional-app-challenge | Congressman Rick Crawford Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge | 2025-09-05 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JONESBORO, A.R. - Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) announced that the annual Congressional App Challenge, a competition designed to encourage student participation in computer science and coding, has officially opened. Students are encouraged to register online and submit their app to the Congressional App Challenge here by October 30, 2025. This competition allows students to compete with their peers across the country by creating an application, also known as an "app", for any computer or electronic device. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all high school students in Arkansas's First Congressional District. The winner from the First District will receive Amazon Web Services credits and an invitation to the House of Code reception this coming April in Washington, D.C., where winning teams from across the nation will be honored. The winning apps will be showcased on the U.S. House of Representatives and Congressional App Challenge websites and displayed in an exhibit at the U.S. Capitol Building. For more information, please visit the Congressional App Challenge website or contact Constituent Services Representative Elijah Fisher at elijah.fisher@mail.house.gov. ### | 1 | 2026-04-22T05:46:42Z | 2026-04-22T05:48:06Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-applauds-house-passage-energy-and-water-appropriations | WESTERMAN APPLAUDS HOUSE PASSAGE OF ENERGY AND WATER APPROPRIATIONS PACKAGE | 2025-09-04 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | After the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies appropriations (E&W) bills were successfully passed out of the House of Representatives, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “Today’s vote was a vote to strengthen the infrastructure and waterways that are vital to Arkansas and our state’s economy. Crucial infrastructure projects managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), like the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System (MKARNS), are responsible for creating thousands of jobs and transporting our nation’s goods and resources to every corner of the country and world. That’s why the USACE must receive the funding necessary to maintain our aging infrastructure, support our state’s economic development, and build a better, safer Arkansas.” Click here to read the full bill text. | 1 | 2026-04-17T05:47:03Z | 2026-04-17T05:48:33Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-honors-life-arkansas-state-senator-gary-stubblefield | WESTERMAN HONORS THE LIFE OF ARKANSAS STATE SENATOR GARY STUBBLEFIELD | 2025-09-02 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement regarding the passing of Arkansas State Senator Gary Stubblefield: “Gary and I began our service together in the Arkansas Legislature, and from the day I met him, I felt a kindred spirit. Not only did we share a similar college experience at the University of Arkansas, with both of us being former Razorback football players, but we also shared a common faith and a common worldview on the roles of the God-ordained institutions of government, commerce, family, marriage, and the church.” “Gary was full of grit and relentless in standing up for his constituents and speaking out for right versus wrong. My most sincere condolences go out to all as we mourn the loss of a husband, father, grandfather, friend, champion for the state of Arkansas, and brother in Christ.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-honors-life-legacy-cleveland-county-judge-jimmy-cummings | WESTERMAN HONORS LIFE, LEGACY OF CLEVELAND COUNTY JUDGE JIMMY CUMMINGS | 2025-08-29 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement regarding the passing of Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings: "I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings on August 28, 2025. Judge Cummings was serving his first term as county judge, proving to be a dedicated leader and committed public servant who left an indelible mark on the Cleveland County community. "Judge Cummings was not only an exceptional public official but also a proud veteran who answered the call to serve his country with honor. His exemplary military service underscores his committed dedication to others, whether on the battlefield or in the halls of local government. Through his leadership, Judge Cummings embodied the values of integrity, courage, and selflessness. "Our prayers are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Cleveland County has lost a steadfast leader whose legacy of service remains an example to all. May God bless and comfort his loved ones during this difficult time." | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-attends-maurice-batthouse-restoration-groundbreaking-hot | WESTERMAN ATTENDS MAURICE BATTHOUSE RESTORATION GROUNDBREAKING IN HOT SPRINGS | 2025-08-19 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the National Park Service broke ground on the Maurice Bathhouse restoration project in Hot Springs. This project underscores the National Park Service’s dedication to restoring Hot Springs National Park historic bathhouses under the Great American Outdoors Act’s Legacy Restoration Fund. Congressman Bruce Westerman was in attendance for this celebratory event and released the following statement: “With this groundbreaking, we celebrate not just the restoration of a historic bathhouse, but also the restoration of Hot Springs’ legacy,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman. “Deeply woven into the story of the Natural State is the heritage of our beloved thermal springs and the economic opportunities they brought to the surrounding areas in the early days of our state’s history. I am grateful to the National Park Service for their tremendous efforts in revitalizing such a crucial area of Hot Springs National Park, as well as the National Park Foundation for highlighting successes of the Great American Outdoors Act both in Arkansas and across the nation. I look forward to seeing the lasting impacts of this enriching project for generations to come.” President & CEO of the National Park Foundation, Jeff Reinbold, and Superintendent of Hot Springs National Park, Laura Miller, were also in attendance. "The restoration of the Maurice Bathhouse represents what's possible when we work together," said Jeff Reinbold, President & CEO of the National Park Foundation. "By revitalizing this iconic structure in Hot Springs, the National Park Service is using a successful public-private partnership model that benefits the local economy, enhances the experience for visitors, and preserves our treasured places. Thanks to the Legacy Restoration Fund, this project marks a long-term investment in the vitality of the Hot Springs community and its surrounding natural landscape." “This project is about more than bricks and mortar—it’s about preserving the stories, architecture, and spirit of Hot Springs’ legacy,” said Superintendent … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/steel-caucus-leaders-statement-on-explosion-at-us-steel-clairton | Steel Caucus Leaders Statement on Explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton | 2025-08-11 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Rick Crawford (AR-01), Co-Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, along with Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, Vice Chairman of the Congressional Steel Caucus, issued the following statement in response to the explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. "We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident today at the U.S. Steel Clarion Coke Works plant in Pennsylvania. Our hearts and prayers are with the affected workers and their families, and we are grateful for the first responders, local authorities, and emergency personnel responding to the scene. As leaders of the Congressional Steel Caucus, one of our top priorities is the health and safety of steelworkers. We will continue to stay in contact with USW and US Steel as more details on this incident come to light." ### The Congressional Steel Caucus is a bipartisan group of over 100 Members of Congress dedicated to supporting the health and strength of the American steel industry and its workforce. | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-khanna-introduce-legislation-to-safeguard-us-transportation | Crawford & Khanna Introduce Legislation to Safeguard U.S. Transportation | 2025-07-15 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR-01) and Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA-17) introduced H.R. 4361, the Safeguarding Transit Operations to Prohibit (STOP) China Act, which would shield American manufacturers and supply chains from Chinese influence in our transit systems. This legislation ensures that no federal assistance awards granted by the Department of Transportation (DOT) may be used to purchase "rolling stock" vehicles or powertrain components from companies under China's influence. This legislation builds upon the Transportation Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act (TIVSA), a 2019 law prohibiting certain companies with ties to the Chinese government from participating in projects funded by the Federal Transit Administration. Subsequent legislation, the Airport Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act (AIVSA), passed in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, extends a similar restriction to airport improvement programs. "For far too long, China and companies with ties to the Chinese Communist Party have manipulated our economy by exploiting loopholes to access taxpayer funding that should be going towards U.S.-owned companies," said Congressman Rick Crawford. "China is actively working to infiltrate and control American markets, including our transit infrastructure, posing significant risks to American manufacturers and national security. I am proud to join my colleague, Congressman Ro Khanna, and the Senate in the introduction of the STOP China Act." "20th-century deindustrialization policy sold out American manufacturing power, hollowed out manufacturing communities, and jeopardized our national security. I'm proud to join my colleague Rep. Rick Crawford in introducing the Safeguarding Transit Operations to Prohibit (STOP) China Act to protect federal investments for American companies and strengthen our national security," said Rep. Ro Khanna. Read the bill text here. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-introduces-legislation-to-fix-long-overdue-hhs-testing-delay | Crawford Introduces Legislation to Fix Long-Overdue HHS Testing Delay | 2025-07-14 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) introduced H.R. 4320, The Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Public Safety Improvement Act, which would direct the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to add a positive hair test result to its current definition of an employer's ‘actual knowledge' of a truck driver's drug use. This long-overdue legislation strengthens Public Law 114-19, the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act of 2015, by recognizing hair testing as an acceptable alternative to urine testing in conducting pre-employment drug testing of commercial motor vehicle operators. In 2015, Congress directed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to issue, within one year of the Act's enactment, the scientific and technical guidelines for hair drug testing. In more than nine years, HHS has yet to meet this statutory requirement. "Arkansas's trucking industry relies on safe and efficient policies that keep our roads safe for all users of the road. Allowing U.S. motor carriers to use positive hair test results as actual knowledge for pre-employment purposes not only creates a more reliable way for drug testing but also creates a more equitable process for hiring truck drivers," said Congressman Crawford. "This legislation enables employers to know if a licensed commercial truck driver job applicant has previously failed a hair test for illegal drug use. Removing known controlled substance users from behind the wheel of commercial motor vehicles will make our nation's roads safer for everyone." Congressman Crawford worked with a strong coalition of transportation industry stakeholders to ensure that this legislation functions as intended and holds HHS accountable for what Congress tasked the department with over nine years ago. "The trucking industry is committed to keeping commercial drivers who fail drug tests off the road," said Arkansas Trucking Association President & CEO Shannon Newton. "For 14 years, Congressman Crawford has been a steadfast leader o… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-votes-to-deliver-historic-tax-cuts-for-middle-class-working-americans | Crawford Votes to Deliver Historic Tax Cuts for Middle-Class & Working Americans | 2025-07-03 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement on his vote to deliver the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to President Trump's desk and keep the promises President Trump and Republicans made to Americans. "While I am not thrilled with every change the Senate made to the House-passed version of the One Big Beautiful Bill, it still delivers on many of the promises President Trump and Republicans made to Americans. Today, I proudly voted to preserve the largest tax cut in history for working and middle-class Americans, bolster border security, and make a significant investment in U.S. national security. As the threat landscape facing the United States grows more dynamic, it is imperative that our men and women in uniform, both our armed forces and law enforcement, have the resources they need to detect, neutralize, and deter these threats. Additionally, our investment in our nation's agriculture industry will provide much-needed relief for Arkansas farmers and set them on a path to long-term success. Bottom line: this legislation puts Americans in a safer and more prosperous position than they were before." How the One Big Beautiful Bill Benefits Arkansans: The average taxpayer in Arkansas's 1st District would have seen a 24% increase in their federal taxes if Congress had not passed this legislation. The One Big Beautiful Bill delivers on the President's promise to halt illegal immigration and secure our country's border by allocating $46 billion toward finishing Trump's border wall and increasing funding to hire and train more U.S. Border Patrol agents. This bill includes the first meaningful investment in the farm safety net programs, such as ARC and PLC, since 2012. To further support our Arkansas farmers, the bill includes up to a 20% increase in the statutory reference prices for all covered commodities and encourages access to commercial export markets for agricultural producers. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-applauds-final-passage-one-big-beautiful-bill | WESTERMAN APPLAUDS FINAL PASSAGE OF THE ONE BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL | 2025-07-03 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, the House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, sending the final version of the reconciliation package to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “In November, the American people voted to put America first. Today, Congress delivered on that promise. After months of tireless work, bicameral conversations, and late-night committee markups, House and Senate Republicans have passed a reconciliation package that unleashes American energy, provides lower tax rates for all Americans, secures our borders, strengthens our nation’s military capabilities, and roots out government waste, fraud, and abuse.” “Effective policymaking focuses on real dinner-table issues that concern everyday Americans: gas prices, grocery bills, job opportunities, and children’s futures. In the Natural State, workers, family farms, and small businesses are critical for our state’s economic prosperity. This reconciliation package delivers historic tax breaks to ensure that these individuals and families can afford to keep food on their table, invest in their children’s future, and keep the legacy of their family alive for years to come. House and Senate Republicans have secured a monumental win and delivered on their promise to the American people. I look forward to seeing this piece of legislation make its way to the President’s desk to be signed into law.” Background on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Provides tax relief and economic growth: Saves taxpayers billions by eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse, eradicating wasteful programs, and cutting obstructive federal red tape that has held back building American progress. Makes the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent – protecting the average taxpayer from a 22 percent tax hike. Saves the average Arkansas family $1,280 – the equivalent of seven weeks of groceries. Delivers on President Trump’s priorities of no tax on tips, overtime pay, and car loan interest, and provides additional tax relief… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-attends-weyerhaeuser-groundbreaking-event-monticello | WESTERMAN ATTENDS WEYERHAEUSER GROUNDBREAKING EVENT IN MONTICELLO | 2025-06-18 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Weyerhaeuser future TimberStrand Facility near Monticello, Arkansas. The Congressman released the following statement: “Mills and processing facilities across Arkansas play a vital role in sustainable forest management practices for our state and provide increasing opportunity for economic growth. I was proud to be in attendance for today’s groundbreaking event of Weyerhaeuser’s newest mill housed right here in the Fourth District. This TimberStrand project will undoubtedly provide numerous job opportunities for Arkansans and continue the important role of stewarding our state’s natural resources. I’m thrilled to see more growth and opportunity make its way to Arkansas through the forest products industry and to see Weyerhaeuser, a company long established in Arkansas, continue to make such a substantial investment in the Natural State.” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crawford-co-leads-100-members-of-congress-in-bipartisan-effort-to-save-family-farms-enact-h-2a-wage-freeze | Congressman Crawford Co-Leads 100+ Members of Congress in Bipartisan Effort to Save Family Farms, Enact H-2A Wage Freeze | 2025-06-02 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR), joined by over 100 of his colleagues, co-led a letter to the leadership of the House Appropriations Committee requesting an H-2A visa guestworker wage freeze in upcoming appropriations legislation. This simple policy fix would lower input costs for the agricultural community and save family farms across the nation. Last Congress, Crawford served on the House Agriculture Committee's bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group, focused on addressing the workforce issues facing the nation's agricultural producers. He was instrumental in the Agricultural Labor Working Group's Final Report, which outlined various policy recommendations aimed at improving the H-2A program for the betterment of farmers, workers, and producers. "A robust agriculture industry starts with a strong and healthy workforce. However, due to a labor shortage, American farmers are increasingly turning to overseas workers to fill positions on the farm. Unfortunately, the H-2A guestworker program has not been working for farmers because of the overly complex process and the skyrocketing federally mandated wage rate. A permanent solution is needed to address this pressing issue and support Arkansas' farmers in ensuring national food security and feeding families across our nation," said Crawford. A signed copy of the letter can be found here. | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-cotton-and-boozman-driscoll-army-must-analyze-pine-bluffs | WESTERMAN, COTTON, AND BOOZMAN TO DRISCOLL: ARMY MUST ANALYZE PINE BLUFF'S POTENTIAL TO ADDRESS OUR MUNITIONS SHORTAGE | 2025-05-28 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) and Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR) and John Boozman (R-AR) today sent a letter to Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, asking for the detailed plan for the future of Pine Bluff Arsenal as a critical element of the defense industrial base. The lawmakers also urged prompt delivery of a Congressionally-mandated report outlining a plan to address issues facing America’s domestic munitions production and supply chain chokepoints, as well as a course of action for the future of Pine Bluff Arsenal. This letter follows another sent earlier this month about the Army’s intent to downsize Pine Bluff Arsenal that is at odds with President Trump’s agenda of accelerating munitions manufacturing in America. In part, the lawmakers wrote: “We remain committed to ensuring, in line with President Trump’s directive to the department, that the military has the munitions it needs to fight and win decisively. Fortunately, Pine Bluff Arsenal can help the Army solve the munitions crisis, hence we’re not willing to allow its capabilities to wither on the vine.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. The Honorable Dan P. Driscoll Secretary of the Army 101 Army Pentagon Washington, DC 20310-0101 Secretary Driscoll, We write to establish next steps regarding the future of Pine Bluff Arsenal and to secure its crucial role in the defense industrial base. Please provide answers to the following inquiries no later than June 6, 2025. As we discussed, we believe the Army’s organic industrial base has an irreplaceable role to play in addressing this nation’s munitions crisis. Our delegation has worked for years to persuade the Army to take steps to improve its arsenals, ammunition plants, and depots, including by re-orienting production at Pine Bluff Arsenal to address urgent military-munitions requirements. To that end, we passed language in the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Joint Explanatory Statement that directed the Secretary of the Army to provide a plan to “establish seconda… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crawford-on-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act | Congressman Crawford on Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act | 2025-05-22 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement on the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by the House of Representatives. "Last November, Americans delivered a very clear message when they elected President Donald Trump to a second term. They called for historic change. The ball was then in Congress' court to codify the President's agenda, which he quickly moved to implement on day one. Today, House Republicans are putting Americans' hard-earned money back into their pockets, making safety net programs better serve those who really need them, strengthening border security, reviving energy dominance, and injecting life back into the economy—all in a fiscally responsible manner. Legislating fundamental change was never meant to be easy. That was not the intention of our Founding Fathers when they crafted our legislative process. It is intended to be deliberative, and that's how House Republicans approached this effort. Today is historic and about delivering on President Trump's promises to the American people." | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-votes-put-americans-first-one-big-beautiful-bill | WESTERMAN VOTES TO PUT AMERICANS FIRST IN ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL | 2025-05-22 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | May 22, 2025 Today, the House of Representatives passed the historic "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “After months of hard work and long hours, House Republicans have delivered historic reforms through the one big, beautiful reconciliation bill that will deliver on the promises Republicans made to the American people. In this bill, House Republicans are delivering resources to secure the border, investing in America’s defense, unleashing American energy, lowering costs, creating jobs, securing historic tax relief for working Americans, and ridding burdened systems of waste, fraud, and abuse, so they can work for the individuals they were designed to help. It’s time for Congress to put America first, and I am proud to have played a role in this process to deliver on our promise to the American people. I look forward to continuing in our work to implement commonsense, conservative legislation that prioritizes our taxpayers, our borders, and our abundant natural resources.” Background: Saves taxpayers billions by eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse, eradicating wasteful programs, and cutting obstructive federal red tape that has held back building American progress. Makes the 2017 Trump tax cuts permanent – protecting the average taxpayer from a 22 percent tax hike. Saves the average Arkansas family $1,280 – the equivalent of seven weeks of groceries. Delivers on President Trump’s priorities of no tax on tips, overtime pay, and car loan interest, and provides additional tax relief for seniors. Expands and makes permanent the 199A small business deduction to 23 percent– creating over one million new Main Street small business jobs and generating $750 billion in economic growth at American small businesses. Ends $500 billion in Biden-era tax breaks and special interest giveaways to the wealthy, big corporations, and China. Delivers resources for an effective border wall system. Creates additional frontline personnel including additional Bor… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-casework-specific-district-office-hours-month-may | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES CASEWORK-SPECIFIC DISTRICT OFFICE HOURS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY | 2025-04-29 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced casework-specific office hours in district office locations across the Fourth District for the month of May, to assist with issues for constituents addressing Veterans’ Affairs, Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports. For casework specifically related to Veterans’ Affairs, the following dates and locations are available: Russellville 500 W. Main St. Suite 110, Russellville, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 1, 2025 Pine Bluff 211 W 3rd Ave. Suite 245, Pine Bluff, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 15, 2025 El Dorado 101 N. Washington Ave. Suite 406, El Dorado, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 22, 2025 Texarkana Miller County Courthouse: 400 Laurel St., Texarkana, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 29, 2025 For casework specifically related to Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports, the following dates and locations are available: Russellville 500 W. Main St. Suite 110, Russellville, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 6, 2025 Hot Springs 101 Reserve St. Suite 200, Hot Springs, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 13, 2025 El Dorado 101 N. Washington Ave. Suite 406, El Dorado, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 20, 2025 Texarkana Miller County Courthouse: 400 Laurel St., Texarkana, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM May 27, 2025 ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-winners-2025-congressional-art-competition | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THE 2025 CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION | 2025-04-25 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced the Fourth District’s winners of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. First place winner Olivia Busby’s piece, titled "County Fair" will be displayed in the main hallway between the Cannon House Office Building and the U.S. Capitol for the upcoming year. “I’m grateful to each student who participated in this year’s Congressional Art Competition. Their dedication to creativity and art were clear through each entry my office received, and each student should be immensely proud of their work. I would like to extend my most sincere congratulations to first place and fourth place winner, Olivia Busby, on her exceptional winning artwork, and to each student who worked tirelessly to create a piece of art for this competition. I am proud to represent a district teeming with great potential and talent among our youth and look forward to having a little piece of the Fourth District for staff and visitors alike to look upon as they travel to and from the U.S. Capitol.” Each spring, a nationwide high school art competition is sponsored by members of the U.S. House of Representatives. This highly anticipated contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent of our nation's youth, including those in the Fourth Congressional District. Winners were chosen by a panel of three judges from the following categories: design/composition, skill/technique, and overall execution. The 2025 winners are: 1st Place: “County Fair” by Olivia Busby of Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts. 2nd Place: “Hysteria” by Nicole Beaty of South Pike County High School 3rd Place: “Honey and Grumps” by Layken Stone of South Pike County High School 4th Place: “Lined Bricks” by Olivia Busby of South Pike County High School 5th Place: “Down the Rabbit Hole” by Adeline Robertson of Jessieville High School | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-carbajal-introduce-legislation-to-make-transporting-dry-goods-more-efficient | Crawford & Carbajal Introduce Legislation to Make Transporting Dry Goods More Efficient | 2025-04-17 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR-01) and Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) introduced H.R. 2920, the VARIANCE Act, which allows for a 10 percent shift in weight variance along the axles of tank trucks carrying dry goods, without any increase in the overall federal gross vehicle weight (GVW) limit. Under current law, when stopped at a weigh station, a truck's weight must be "evenly" distributed among each of the axles. However, with dry bulk goods, even when packed properly, the material often moves around in the tank causing the weight on each axle of the vehicle to be different. The VARIANCE Act allows for a shift in variance, as long as the overall weight of the tank truck does not exceed 80,000 pounds. This will ensure trucks don't have to unnecessarily reduce their loads. "Arkansas's agriculture industry relies on the timely transport of goods to their end destination," said Congressman Crawford. "These dry goods will inevitably shift in the transport process and current law must account for the unique characteristics of the goods being transported. This legislation is a commonsense solution for truckers transporting dry bulk by giving more flexibility. I appreciate Congressman Carbajal joining me to lead this effort to create more efficiency in transporting our nation's key dry goods." "Providing this variance standard will give trucks more flexibility to transport critical products while ensuring they are still meeting safe weight limits," said Rep. Carbajal. "The VARIANCE Act is a bipartisan solution that will go a long way toward lowering costs for consumers and reducing congestion on our highways." "The National Tank Truck Carriers would like to thank Representative Crawford and Representative Carbajal for their leadership in introducing the VARIANCE Act in the U.S. House of Representatives," stated Ryan Streblow, President and CEO of National Tank Truck Carriers. "NTTC applauds their efforts to authorize a 10% axle variance for dry bulk goods, which has been an important legislative priorit… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-applauds-executive-action-updating-permitting-technology-21st | WESTERMAN APPLAUDS EXECUTIVE ACTION FOR UPDATING PERMITTING TECHNOLOGY FOR THE 21st CENTURY | 2025-04-16 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, President Donald Trump released an executive action directing executive departments and agencies to make maximum use of technology in environmental review and permitting processes for infrastructure projects of all kinds. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement in response: "The current federal permitting process hamstrings every corner of American life. Everything from gravel road repairs to simple agricultural maintenance and large scale industrial projects are smothered under the weight of this cumbersome process. The needlessly complex and painstakingly bureaucratic process makes it more difficult for the United States to compete with our adversaries and produce innovative, modern resources to meet the growing demands of a 21st century society. As a longtime advocate and supporter of permitting reform, I applaud the Trump administration for their efforts to update permitting technology for the 21st Century – a step that will properly leverage technology to evaluate environmental permits which cause inordinate delays to delivering on important infrastructure projects. There is still a long road ahead, but yesterday's executive action is an excellent first step to use modern day technology and interagency communication to expedite a process that currently shackles our nation’s economic growth to antiquated and obsolete systems." | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-statement-on-house-passage-of-the-budget-resolution | Crawford Statement on House Passage of the Budget Resolution | 2025-04-10 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C— Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement on his vote in support of the House budget resolution. "I'm proud to support a fiscally responsible budget framework that requires the House of Representatives to find at least $1.5 trillion in taxpayer savings. By supporting this resolution, the House will be able to extend the successful Tax Cuts and Jobs Act from 2017 that lowered taxes for hard-working American families and small businesses. A vote against this bill was a vote in favor of raising taxes on nearly every American family. While I wish that the Senate had formally committed itself to more spending cuts, I trust in our leadership's and in President Trump's ability to convince reticent Senators that cutting wasteful and unnecessary federal spending is part of the mandate the American people have given us." ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-votes-protect-election-integrity | WESTERMAN VOTES TO PROTECT ELECTION INTEGRITY | 2025-04-10 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, The House of Representatives passed H.R. 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a bill that requires individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “Free and fair elections are an integral piece to our system of government," said Congressman Westerman. "It’s commonsense that only American citizens should be allowed to vote in American elections. However, lax voter registration laws have allowed noncitizens to vote in our elections, which is why I am proud to have cosponsored and voted for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. Elections determine the future of our democracy, and it is vital that Congress protect its integrity. House Republicans remain dedicated to fighting for fair elections and placing the power back into the hands of the American people, and I’m proud to have seen the passage of this important legislation today.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/crawford-congratulates-former-arkansas-governor-mike-huckabee-on-confirmation-as-us-ambassador-to-israel | Crawford Congratulates Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee on Confirmation as U.S. Ambassador to Israel | 2025-04-09 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement after the United States Senate confirmed Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as the next U.S. Ambassador to the State of Israel. "Today is a momentous day for the long-standing relationship between the U.S. and Israel. There is no stronger advocate and friend of Israel than Governor Huckabee. For decades, he has been a staunch defender of Israel's right to exist and protect its people. I could not think of a more qualified leader to serve in this critical role. As the 44th Governor of Arkansas, Governor Huckabee led our state to great heights and cultivated a sense of leadership that has continued to flourish long after his final day in office. At a time when one of our greatest allies needs our support more than ever, there is no doubt Governor Huckabee will masterfully navigate our two nations through these tense times. I offer Governor Huckabee my most sincere congratulations." ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-rick-crawford-announces-2025-congressional-art-competition | Representative Rick Crawford announces 2025 Congressional Art Competition | 2025-04-04 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | JONESBORO- A detailed watercolor depicting two prehistoric creatures, a digital creation reflecting on humanity's role in the polluting of our oceans, and an ink print depicting a bird completed using the dry point method of printmaking, all pieces of art that won first place in their medium categories in last year's Congressional Art Competition. Crawford is encouraging student artists, grades 9-12, to enter his annual Congressional Art Competition for a chance to represent the district in a nationwide visual arts competition sponsored by the Congressional Institute. Any student residing in the First District of Arkansas can submit their artwork in one of the competition's seven categories: collage, drawing, digital design, mixed media, painting, photography, and print. Winners will be chosen from each category, and there will be an overall winner of the competition. The overall winner's artwork will have the honor of representing Arkansas's First District in the impressive national winner's display at the U.S. Capitol for a year. In addition, they will receive round-trip airfare for two to attend the Congressional Art Competition's annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. where all the winners from around the country will be recognized. The submission deadline for the Congressman's competition is April 14th. "The level of imagination and creativity the students in my district possess is amazing," said Crawford. "Judging over 200 entries and choosing one winner to represent our district is a challenging task but something I look forward to each year." Crawford said he is proud to have the district winner displayed at the Capitol, but he also takes time to recognize all the first-place category winners for their talents. "They are all winners in my book, and that is why I like to host a reception where I can meet each of the artists, their families, and instructors, and hear the inspirations behind their artwork," said Crawford. He also arranges for the winning artwork pieces to be displayed at the Jonesbo… | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:30:51Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bipartisan-resolution-introduced-declaring-april-second-chance-month | BIPARTISAN RESOLUTION INTRODUCED DECLARING APRIL AS SECOND CHANCE MONTH | 2025-04-01 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Bruce Westerman (R-AR), Lucy McBath (D-GA), Don Bacon (R-NE), Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Barry Moore (R-AL), Carol Miller (R-WV), and LaMonica McIver (D-NJ) alongside U.S Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) reintroduced the bicameral Second Chance Month Resolution. The members released the following statements: “Recognizing April as Second Chance Month is an excellent opportunity to raise awareness on the importance of creating pathways for the millions of Americans previously and currently incarcerated, who have paid their debt to society, and experience the innumerable barriers to re-entering their communities,” said Rep. Westerman. “Each of these Americans have an intrinsic value and are worthy of the dignity that comes with establishing hard-earned jobs and gaining sought-after respect. Everyone deserves a second chance, and Congress must work to break down the stigmas attached to incarceration and reducing recidivism rates. I’m honored to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle on this resolution to restore the dignity of these reformed individuals.” “Hard-working Americans should be compensated fairly for the work they do,” said Rep. McBath. “Declaring April as Second Chance Month highlights the importance of opening opportunities to formerly incarcerated workers and reducing obstacles to gainful employment so that we all have safer communities and our country is made stronger by a thriving workforce." “Second Chance Month is a representation to all of us about the power of forgiveness and the Second Chance programs are key in that,” said Rep. Bacon. “They have helped reintegrate people back into society, heal families, and give much-needed mental health services. With the help of these support systems, individuals can become productive members of society, restoring dignity and respect to those who have served their time and want to contribute back to their communities and families.” “There are millions of individuals in our country who have civil and… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-crawford-is-seeking-gold-star-family-member-for-position-in-cabot-office | Congressman Crawford is Seeking Gold Star Family Member for Position in Cabot Office | 2025-03-31 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) announced he is looking for a veteran or a Gold Star family member for a position in his Cabot district office. The candidate in this role will work with the military and veteran constituents to handle veterans-related casework and act as a facilitator between constituents and federal, state, and local agencies. The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program was established by the House of Representatives to provide employment opportunities for veterans and Gold Star Families within member offices. The program is limited to veterans and Gold Star Families who meet all of the following requirements: Veterans must be Honorably discharged, released from active duty within the last six years, terminal pay grades at or below E-5,O-3,or W-2. Veterans promoted to the pay grades of E-6, O-4, and W-3 within 6-months of separation from active duty are eligible, granted they meet ALL other eligibility requirements. Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authorization (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. Gold Star applicants must be the spouse, parent, sibling, child or step-child of a service member who died in the line of duty, or died from a service connected disability within four years of separation from the service. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-crawford-votes-to-keep-the-government-open | Chairman Crawford Votes to Keep the Government Open | 2025-03-11 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01), Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following statement on his vote to fund the federal government. "Today I voted in favor of funding the federal government and avoiding a shutdown. While a Continuing Resolution is far from the most responsible method of funding the government, this clean measure ensures President Trump can maintain strong momentum as he delivers on his promises to the American people. In today's dynamic threat environment, we must be acutely aware of the signal a government shutdown sends to our adversaries around the world. Speaker Johnson and House Republicans have carefully crafted this funding measure to stop Democrats in their attempt to derail President Trump's agenda to secure our nation and champion the renewal of the American dream." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/arkansas-congressional-delegation-celebrates-historic-achievement | Arkansas Congressional Delegation Celebrates Historic Achievement | 2025-03-06 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | This week, Chairman Rick Crawford and the rest of the Arkansas Congressional delegation came together to celebrate their rare achievement. Arkansas is the only state in which every member of the delegation can be called "Chairman." "Our state is blessed with decades of legislative experience in Washington, D.C., which has led Arkansans to lead critically important committees in the House and Senate that support our farmers, our national security, our natural resources, our financial markets, and our transportation infrastructure funding. It is the honor of a lifetime to serve alongside my fellow Arkansas Chairmen on Agriculture, Intelligence, THUD Appropriations, Financial Services, and Natural Resources as we work for America," said Chairman Crawford. sites/evo-subsites/crawford.house.gov/files/migrated/uploads/2025/03/Gavel-Pic-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-3085"/>Arkansas Delegation Chairman From Left to Right: Representative Bruce Westerman (AR-04) – House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Representative Steve Womack (AR-03) – House Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Chairman Senator Tom Cotton – Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Senator John Boozman – Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairman | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/arkansas-congressional-delegation-gathers-gavel-photograph | ARKANSAS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION GATHERS FOR GAVEL PHOTOGRAPH | 2025-03-06 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | In a unique moment for Arkansas, each Member of Congress in the Senate and House of Representatives serving across the Natural State proudly hold a gavel in the 119th Congress. This positions Arkansas well to be a frontrunner in policy making decisions that greatly impact Arkansans and Americans alike. Earlier this week, each member of the Arkansas delegation gathered for a photograph in the U.S. Capitol to commemorate this exciting achievement. Senator John Boozman – Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairman Senator Tom Cotton – Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Representative Rick Crawford (AR-01) – House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Representative French Hill (AR-02) – House Financial Services Committee Chairman Representative Steve Womack (AR-03) – House Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Chairman Representative Bruce Westerman (AR-04) – House Natural Resources Committee Chairman | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-statement-president-trumps-joint-address | WESTERMAN STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TRUMP'S JOINT ADDRESS | 2025-03-04 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | In response to President Donald Trump’s Joint Address, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) released the following statement: “Tonight, we heard firsthand the President’s America First agenda aimed at lowering costs, securing our communities through strict border security, unleashing American energy, and saving billions of American taxpayer dollars,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman. “I look forward to working with my Republican colleagues to deliver on these promises, and will continue to work toward implementing commonsense, conservative legislation that delivers much needed relief for my constituents in the Fourth District of Arkansas.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-casework-specific-district-office-hours-march | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES CASEWORK-SPECIFIC DISTRICT OFFICE HOURS FOR MARCH | 2025-02-25 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced casework-specific office hours in district office locations across the Fourth District for the month of March, to assist with issues for constituents specifically addressing Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports. For casework specifically related to Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports, the following dates and locations are available: Russellville 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM March 4, 2025 500 W. Main St. Suite 110, Russellville, AR Hot Springs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM March 11, 2025 101 Reserve St. Suite 200, Hot Springs, AR El Dorado 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM March 18, 2025 101 N. Washington Ave. Suite 406, El Dorado, AR Texarkana 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM March 25, 2025 Miller County Courthouse: 400 Laurel St., Texarkana, AR | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-attends-l3harris-groundbreaking-east-camden | WESTERMAN ATTENDS L3HARRIS GROUNDBREAKING IN EAST CAMDEN | 2025-02-21 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the new L3Harris extension in East Camden. L3Harris Technologies began construction of four new modern and streamlined solid rocket motor production facilities in East Camden as a result of a $215.6 million agreement between the Department of Defense and L3Harris to address increased demands for domestic rocket propulsion manufacturing. “I take great pride in the fact that the Fourth District of Arkansas is home to such an integral contributor to our national defense,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman. “Our national security has never been more important, and this expansion in Camden will continue to solidify the Natural State’s mark on defense manufacturing, support many hardworking Arkansans, and maintain our nation’s position as a global leader in aerospace and defense. Congratulations to L3Harris for this exciting new expansion.” "L3Harris is proud to be a part of the Camden community, where our talented team has produced critical defense propulsion for more than four decades," said Ken Bedingfield, President, Aerojet Rocketdyne, L3Harris. “We’ve enjoyed tremendous growth in the Natural State, thanks in part to our strong partnerships with Arkansas leaders, including Congressman Westerman, and we look forward to expanding our work here to power national defense.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/promises-made-promises-kept-marc-fogel-returns-home-to-the-united-states | Promises Made, Promises Kept: Marc Fogel Returns Home to the United States | 2025-02-13 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | On February 11, 2025, Chairman Rick Crawford joined President Donald Trump and several other U.S. Senators and Congressmen in welcoming Marc Fogel home to the United States. "It was an honor and a privilege to meet Marc Fogel at the White House last night. Mr. Fogel was wrongfully detained in Russia in 2021, and was treated as a pawn in a larger game of political chess. I am so proud of the work President Trump, Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and their teams did to bring home an American citizen whose plight had been largely ignored by the Biden Administration since his detention began. On the campaign trail, President Trump promised the Fogel family that he would bring Marc home to them, and within his first month after taking office, he has fulfilled that solemn promise. I have no doubt that this is just the beginning of a resurgence in America's standing in the world. Our strength is returning, and I have complete faith the President's team will be able to bring home more wrongfully detained Americans from Russia in the future. As I watched Mr. Fogel arrive at the White House, I couldn't help but say a prayer of thanks to God for his safe return. Seeing a man who had been sentenced to 14 years smile, wave, and cling to our flag reminded me that when tested, America will always rise to the challenge," said Chairman Crawford. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-colleagues-reintroduce-focus-learning-act | WESTERMAN, COLLEAGUES REINTRODUCE FOCUS ON LEARNING ACT | 2025-02-12 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04), Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06), Rep. Kelly Morrison (MN-03), and Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08) reintroduced the Focus on Learning Act, bipartisan legislation requiring the U.S. Surgeon General to complete a study that considers the effects of cell phone use among students aged K-12 and how it impacts their mental health and academic performance. Congressman Westerman released the following statement: “For too long, we’ve seen how technology has continued to develop, meanwhile leaving our teachers, school administrators, and students behind to fend for themselves. Educators across the country will be the first to tell you how cell phone use causes major disruptions in the development of young people’s minds and creates barriers to an effective educational experience. Students across the country are suffering under the weight of social media algorithms specifically created to become addictive – and they are working. Students are our future,” said Congressman Bruce Westerman, “and it’s time for Congress to put our nation’s young people first and cultivate the healthiest and best possible learning environment for our students. The Focus on Learning Act is an excellent first step to address this important issue.” "As a dad, I know that cell phone use in school is harming our kids' mental health and undermining their academic success," said Congressman Jason Crow. "That’s why I’m introducing the Focus on Learning Act so that we can better understand how increased phone use is impacting learning and give our kids the best opportunity to succeed.” “The reality is that cell phone use is up, test scores are down, and our nation is facing a youth mental health crisis,” said Congresswoman Kelly Morrison. “Cell phone use in schools needs to be examined as we work to address these concerning issues facing our kids. We must be guided by the science and the facts, and the Focus on Learning Act is an important step toward ensuring that our students are receiving world-class education and we are creati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crawford-announces-2024-congressional-app-challenge-winners | Rep. Crawford Announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2025-02-04 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | A group of students at the NEA Career Tech Center (NEACTC) has created a software application (app) called Sprout to help students track their required community service hours for high school graduation. The students developed this app to participate in Representative Rick Crawford's annual Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide event for high school students. The NEACTC team, consisting of Lilly Yocum, Liberty Bell, Aydan Elmore, and Victor Osorio, under the guidance of instructor Chase Smith, secured first place in the Congressman's 2024 competition. Not only does Sprout help students track their hours, but it allows nonprofits to post their available volunteer opportunities for students. Sprout connects our community by highlighting needs and finding folks to fill those needs. During a reception at the NEACTC on Thursday, Crawford encouraged NEACTC instructors and the Jonesboro High School administration to encourage the team to continue refining Sprout so it can be available to more students and community nonprofits. "The Sprout app is an innovative concept that I believe students around the state will want to use to document their service hours," said Rep. Crawford. "These students haven't just created an app; they've created an opportunity for community-wide service. They are servant-leaders, and the First District is so proud of what they've accomplished." The first-place winners will receive Amazon Web Services credits and an invitation to the House of Code reception in April in Washington, D.C., where winning teams from across the nation will be honored. The winning apps will be showcased on the U.S. House of Representatives and Congressional App Challenge websites and displayed in an exhibit at the U.S. Capitol Building. Charles Kelly and Hazim Ragab, students at Valley View High School, claimed second place for their app, Jonesboro 411. This app was created as part of the Mayor's Achievement Youth Council project and aims to streamline the city's website by providing essential information for re… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-february-casework-specific-district-office-hours | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES FEBRUARY CASEWORK-SPECIFIC DISTRICT OFFICE HOURS | 2025-01-31 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced casework-specific office hours in district office locations across the Fourth District for the month of February, to assist with issues for constituents specifically addressing Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports. For casework specifically related to Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports, the following dates and locations are available: Russellville 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM February 4, 2025 500 W. Main St. Suite 110, Russellville, AR Hot Springs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM February 11, 2025 101 Reserve St. Suite 200, Hot Springs, AR El Dorado 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM February 18, 2025 101 N. Washington Ave. Suite 406, El Dorado, AR Texarkana 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM February 25, 2025 Miller County Courthouse: 400 Laurel St., Texarkana, AR | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crawford-statement-on-house-intelligence-committee-chairmanship | Rep. Crawford Statement on House Intelligence Committee Chairmanship | 2025-01-16 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sara Robertson (Sara.Robertson2@mail.house.gov) Rep. Crawford Statement on House Intelligence Committee Chairmanship 1/16/2025 Washington, D.C. — Representative Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement regarding his appointment as Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. "I am truly honored to be selected to lead the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. I look forward to working with Speaker Johnson and the incoming Trump administration team to advance priorities that are important to Americans. "Since joining the Committee in 2017, I have witnessed firsthand that abuse within our nation's security apparatus has eroded trust in our institutions and compromised America's ability to gather intelligence. As Chairman, I will aggressively uphold our mandate to provide credible and robust oversight of the Intelligence Community's funding and activities. Without aggressive oversight and vigorous protection of Americans' Fourth Amendment rights, the IC is prone to give in to mission creep and skirt U.S. laws. In all our work, I pledge to preserve Americans' constitutional rights even as we work to support the IC in doing everything required to collect indispensable information from our foreign adversaries. "This Congress has an opportunity to course-correct from the Biden administration's failures, promote common-sense peace through strength, and re-focus our nation's intelligence and counterintelligence community against our adversaries. Right now, terrorists, rogue regimes, and foreign state-actors are rapidly developing new ways to exploit and harm America's national interests, and it's our responsibility to ensure intelligence agencies remain three steps ahead of our enemies. And now, more than ever, leaks and indiscretions by misguided intelligence staff can endanger Americans and hinder our ability to predict and prevent attacks. Everyone on the Committee and within the IC must be devoted to secrecy regarding the material we r… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-colleagues-introduce-fix-our-forests-act | WESTERMAN, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE THE FIX OUR FORESTS ACT | 2025-01-16 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) and Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50) introduced the Fix Our Forests Act, bipartisan legislation to restore forest health, increase resiliency to devastating wildfires, and protect at-risk communities. Congressman Westerman released the following statement: “As Chairman of the House Natural Resources committee, I am proud of the work that is done within the committee to restore forest health, hold accountable those who insufficiently manage our forests, and create a better path forward for stewarding our land in a way that not only keeps the American people safe from the devastating effects of wildfires, but safeguards our nation’s land for generations to come. Arkansas is one of the nation’s top producers of timber. Because of this, and my background as a licensed forester, I am committed to crafting legislation that truly benefits Arkansas’ forestry and ensures that they are managed properly and with future thinking in mind.” “I am proud to have the support of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to introduce a piece of legislation that is vastly important for better forest management across the country. After seeing the devastating loss and damage wrought by the relentless wildfires in California over the past weeks, it is clear that the time for better forest management practice is now. Congress must work for the men and women across our country who live in wildfire-prone communities and are in desperate need of help and resources to not only prevent these wildfires but create solutions for rebuilding and providing aid in the wake of these natural disasters.” More information on the Fix Our Forests Act, here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-crawford-congratulates-speaker-johnson-on-being-re-elected-speaker-of-the-house | Rep. Crawford Congratulates Speaker Johnson on being Re-elected Speaker of the House | 2025-01-03 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | AR | Eric A. "Rick" Crawford | C001087 | crawford.house.gov | crawford | https://crawford.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sara Robertson (Sara.Robertson2@mail.house.gov) Rep. Crawford Congratulates Speaker Johnson on being Re-elected Speaker of the House 1/3/2025 Washington, D.C. — Representative Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement after Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) was elected Speaker of the House for the 119th Congress. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/westerman-announces-casework-specific-office-hours-district-offices | WESTERMAN ANNOUNCES CASEWORK-SPECIFIC OFFICE HOURS AT DISTRICT OFFICES FOR JANUARY | 2025-01-02 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | AR | Bruce Westerman | W000821 | westerman.house.gov | westerman | https://westerman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced casework-specific office hours in district office locations across the Fourth District for the month of January, to assist with issues for constituents addressing Veterans’ affairs, Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports. For casework specifically related to Veterans’ affairs, the following dates and locations are available: Russellville 500 W. Main St. Suite 110, Russellville, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM January 9, 2025 Pine Bluff 211 W 3rd Ave. Suite 245, Pine Bluff, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM January 16, 2025 El Dorado 101 N. Washington Ave. Suite 406, El Dorado, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM January 23, 2025 Texarkana Miller County Courthouse: 400 Laurel St., Texarkana, AR 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM January 30, 2025 For casework specifically related to Social Security, Medicare, IRS, USCIS, and passports, the following dates and locations are available: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
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CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_date]
ON [releases] ([date]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_year]
ON [releases] ([year]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_party]
ON [releases] ([party]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_chamber]
ON [releases] ([chamber]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_state]
ON [releases] ([state]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_bioguide_id]
ON [releases] ([bioguide_id]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_has_text]
ON [releases] ([has_text]);