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| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=0446C366-6747-4D27-B0B0-67660DA4DE02 | Boozman Preserves Memories of Arkansas Air Force Veteran | 2023-12-21 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the service of Harold Beaver in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series highlighting the military service of Arkansans. Beaver was born on December 12, 1946 and raised in Searcy, Arkansas. He grew up on a farm and attended Pleasant Plains school with only 15 other classmates. After graduation, he attended the University of Arkansas to pursue a degree in civil engineering. After completing a mandatory two years of ROTC, Beaver chose to pursue advanced ROTC. “Everybody who was looking to have some choices during the Vietnam era rather than being drafted, for the most part, chose to go into the advanced ROTC. That’s part of the reason, I had no idea what my draft number would be. It didn’t make any difference, so I chose to go in that direction.” Just weeks after marrying his wife, he was assigned to March Air Force Base in Riverside, California for a six-week advanced ROTC summer camp. “It was an interesting experience,” he said recalling the extensive schedule that kept him very busy. He graduated in May 1969 and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. His first active duty assignment was at Webb Air Force Base in Big Spring, Texas. “The interstate wasn’t completed at the time, so we did a lot of country driving to get there,” he said. He was selected for pilot training and learned to fly the T-41 “to weed out the folks” who weren’t cut out to be a pilot. The next step in training was flying the T-37, which at the time was the first jet an Air Force pilot flew. It was side-by-side training with an instructor for more than four months. “The 37’s got a stick so you had to learn that transition,” he said. “It’s the only plane in the Air Force, at that time, where you practiced spins, so we would go up to 22,500 feet, force it into a stall, create rotation and make it spin. There is only one spin recovery procedure. Nothing else works, other than that one, so you had to do it right once you got into a spin to get out." One of his fellow s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=04067563-0C4F-4769-9B7B-2A5FFC065A1C | Boozman Joins Bipartisan Push to Lower Prescription Drug Costs | 2023-12-20 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), in sending a bipartisan letter urging the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Labor and the Department of the Treasury to lower out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs by enforcing a rule limiting the use of harmful “copay accumulators.” Copay accumulators prevent copay assistance from counting towards a patient’s deductible or out-of-pocket maximum, which makes it harder for patients to afford their medications. Regarding a recent court ruling limiting the use of copay accumulators, the members said “This decision is an important step in the right direction for low-income and other eligible patients who rely on manufacturer and nonprofit copay assistance programs to alleviate affordability and access challenges for their medicines.” The lawmakers wrote, “Instead of appealing the court’s ruling, we urge you to adopt policies from the 2020 NBPP [Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters] that strike the right balance of preserving a plan’s ability to control costs while also putting the patient first.” In the letter, the senators also advocate for their Help Ensure Lower Patient (HELP) Copays Act to permanently prohibit the use of copay accumulators and require health plans and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) to count the value of copay assistance towards a patient’s deductible or out-of-pocket maximum. In addition to Boozman, Kaine and Marshall, the letter is signed by Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA), Ed Markey (D-MA), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ted Budd (R-NC), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Chris Coons (D-DE), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mazie Hirono (D-HI) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ). “More patients than ever are reaching out to us because they’ve been negatively impacted by these programs,” said Anna Hyde, Vice President of Advocacy… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=09A499DF-29BE-4489-BDED-1D2295C743C4 | Boozman Bill Authorizing Permanent Electronic Duck Stamp Signed into Law | 2023-12-20 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Legislation authored by U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) to authorize a permanent electronic duck stamp for the entirety of a waterfowl hunting season was signed into law by President Joe Biden Tuesday. The bipartisan Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023 will make the Federal Duck Stamp more accessible, decrease barriers to compliance and increase revenue for conservation. It will allow hunters access to an electronic duck stamp via their smart phone to meet the requirement that they purchase a Federal Duck Stamp and carry it while in the field. “Arkansans are rightfully proud of the unique environment that makes our state a world-class duck hunting location. Modernizing the Federal Duck Stamp is great news for waterfowlers who want to take part in this time-honored tradition and share their appreciation for this popular outdoor activity. I’m pleased the president has signed the Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023 into law,” said Boozman, a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, which invests federal funds generated by the Duck Stamp in wetland preservation. U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Angus King (I-ME) championed this legislation. It was also cosponsored by Senators Tom Carper (D-DE), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA). Companion legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressmen Garret Graves (R-LA) and Mike Thompson (D-CA). The legislation is backed by a number of leading conservation and wildlife organizations. "On behalf of Arkansas's waterfowlers, I would like to thank Senator Boozman for leading the Senate's efforts to modernize the Federal Duck Stamp. This commonsense legislation not only cuts red tape, but makes it easier for Arkansans to enjoy our world class waterfowl opportunity," said Director of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Austin Booth. “The Duck Stamp Modernization Act is a commonsense effort to simplify the way in which sportsmen and women operate in the 21st century. T… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=8B824E47-02E3-4748-BC98-475A1E26482E | Boozman, Cotton Applaud Nomination of Gary Grimes to Serve as U.S. Marshal | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) applauded the announcement that Gary Grimes has been nominated by the White House to serve as U.S. Marshal for the Western District of Arkansas. “Gary Grimes is a devoted public servant with a lifetime of dedication to safety and law enforcement. I am confident he will continue to build on his distinguished record serving Arkansas as a U.S. Marshal. I look forward to supporting him on the Senate floor,” Boozman said. “Gary Grimes has faithfully served the people of Arkansas for decades as a law enforcement officer, a sheriff, and in the Governor’s office. I expect that he will do the same as U.S. Marshal for the state’s Western District. I support his nomination and I look forward to his confirmation in the Senate,” Cotton said. Grimes is the principal owner of Grimes & Associates, LLC, a law enforcement, security and government affairs consultancy, since 2011. Grimes has a served in a number of law enforcement capacities including as Liaison to Law Enforcement and Emergency Management for Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that role Grimes served as a law enforcement officer in Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas including as the Sheriff of Sebastian County from 1989 to 1999. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=5C5804C1-350D-4172-88C3-07900D64B33F | Boozman Votes to Strengthen National Defense | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) supported Senate passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 that invests in our nation’s servicemembers, helps secure our homeland and equips America and our allies to deter threats from adversaries. “This legislation is critical to our national security and ensuring we have the capabilities to defend against our enemies. It makes critical investments in modernizing weapons and deterring threats from adversaries like Russia, China and even at our own vulnerable borders. I’m pleased to help improve the quality of life for servicemembers and their families and strengthen Arkansas’s role in our national defense,” Boozman said. The FY2024 NDAA includes a number of provisions championed by Boozman including: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-epa-rule-would-undermine-american-national-security-hurt-domestic-semiconductor-manufacturing | Cotton: EPA Rule Would Undermine American National Security, Hurt Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 14, 2023 Cotton: EPA Rule Would Undermine American National Security, Hurt Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Director Michael Regan, expressing concern about a proposed rule that would update chemical regulations. Senator Cotton detailed how the rule would make the United States more dependent on China for critical technology and endanger American semiconductor manufacturing jobs. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “Even President Biden agrees that our ‘long-term economic and national security requires a sustainable, competitive domestic [semiconductor] industry.’ This proposed rule would make it nearly impossible to onshore semiconductor manufacturing and would endanger over 277,000 jobs already in the U.S.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. December 14, 2023 The Honorable Michael Regan Administrator Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20004 Dear Administrator Regan: I write regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rule updating U.S. chemical regulations. The rule, “Updates to New Chemicals Regulations Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)” (88 FR 34100), would hurt our nation’s semiconductor industry and our national security. Currently, manufacturers can receive low volume exemption (LVE) approvals from the EPA for certain new chemical substances. These approvals are subject to strict health and safety requirements and are critical for U.S. manufacturing. Unfortunately, the proposed rule would make per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) categorically ineligible for LVEs. In its comments on the proposed rule, a leading trade association stated that the semiconductor industry relies on more than 200 active LVEs for substances that likely meet the EPA’s proposed PFAS definition. They added that proposed rule would “result in t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=4C39C952-9C22-4FD7-8A55-789BEFE57F0A | Boozman, Cotton, Colleagues Escalate Pressure on Administration to Stop Surge in Mexican Steel Imports | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and a bipartisan group of colleagues are pushing the administration to take action to stop an unsustainable increase in Mexican steel imports. In a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, the senators demanded the administration set a clear deadline for Mexico to enforce its 2019 agreement with the United States, and urged the administration to take reciprocal action to counter the increase in Mexican steel imports if the country refuses to comply. Earlier this year, the senators voiced their deep concerns with the surge in Mexican steel imports and urged the administration to act. Today, the Mexican government is still refusing to comply with the 2019 agreement, and the delay in action by the administration is costing American steel jobs. Senators J.D. Vance (R-OH), Ted Budd (R-NC), Rick Scott (R-FL), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Tina Smith (D-MN), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Katie Britt (R-AL) and Bob Casey (D-PA) also signed the letter. “We write to you regarding the surge of Mexican steel imports into the U.S. market in violation of the 2019 Joint Agreement on Steel and Aluminum. This breach, and the resulting surge, threatens our manufacturing base and American national security, and demands immediate action from the administration,” the senators wrote. Full text of the letter can be found here and below. December 13, 2023 Dear Mr. Sullivan, We write to you regarding the surge of Mexican steel imports into the U.S. market in violation of the 2019 Joint Agreement on Steel and Aluminum. This breach, and the resulting surge threatens our manufacturing base and American national security and demands immediate action from the administration. We request additional information on the administration’s plans to address this continued surge and urge you to take immediate action to safeguard U.S. jobs and domestic steel manufacturing. Data from 2022 show that an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/12/13/2023/cotton-statement-on-senate-passage-of-ndaa | Cotton Statement on Senate Passage of NDAA | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 13, 2023 Cotton Statement on Senate Passage of NDAA Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Our troops pledge their lives to the defense of the United States, and this bill gives them more support and funding to perform that important mission. I am pleased that this year’s NDAA ensures Arkansas remains a leader in securing our nation’s defense by allocating almost $76 million to build military infrastructure at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, designating a National Cold War Center in Arkansas, and investing $57 million for the Red River Army Depot. It also includes my bill to prohibit foreign adversaries from benefiting from our military members’ expertise. Additionally, it excludes radical Democratic initiatives by instituting salary caps for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion officials at the Pentagon and establishing a standardized testing requirement at academies.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-brown-colleagues-escalate-pressure-on-administration-to-stop-surge-in-mexican-steel-imports | Cotton, Brown, Colleagues Escalate Pressure on Administration to Stop Surge in Mexican Steel Imports | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 13, 2023 Cotton, Brown, Colleagues Escalate Pressure on Administration to Stop Surge in Mexican Steel Imports Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) led a bipartisan group of colleagues in pushing the Administration to take action to stop an unsustainable increase in Mexican steel imports. In a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Cotton, Brown, and their colleagues demanded the administration set a clear deadline for Mexico to enforce its 2019 agreement with the United States, and urged the administration to take reciprocal action to counter the increase in Mexican steel imports if the country refuses to comply. Earlier this year, the senators voiced their deep concerns with the surge in Mexican steel imports and urged the Administration to act. Today, the Mexican government is still refusing to comply with the 2019 agreement, and the delay in action by the administration is costing American steel jobs. Senators John Boozman (R-Arkansas), J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), Ted Budd (R-North Carolina), Rick Scott (R-Florida), Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin), Tina Smith (D-Minnesota), Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), Katie Britt (R-Alabama) and Bob Casey (D-Pennsylvania) also signed the letter. In part, the senators wrote: “We write to you regarding the surge of Mexican steel imports into the U.S. market in violation of the 2019 Joint Agreement on Steel and Aluminum. This breach, and the resulting surge, threatens our manufacturing base and American national security, and demands immediate action from the administration.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. December 13, 2023 The Honorable Jake Sullivan National Security Advisor The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear Mr. Sullivan, We write to you regarding the surge of Mexican steel imports int… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-colleagues-condemn-from-the-river-to-the-sea-slogan-as-an-antisemitic-call-for-the-destruction-of-israel | Cotton, Colleagues Condemn “From the River to the Sea” Slogan as an Antisemitic Call for the Destruction of Israel | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 13, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Condemn “From the River to the Sea” Slogan as an Antisemitic Call for the Destruction of Israel Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with 17 of his colleagues, today introduced a resolution condemning the slogan, “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free.” The resolution also states that the slogan and its derivations are a call for the genocide of Jewish people and the destruction of the Jewish state. Co-sponsoring the resolution are Senators Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee), John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), Katie Britt (R-Alabama), Rick Scott (R-Florida), Pete Ricketts (R-Nebraska), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), John Kennedy (R-Louisiana), John Boozman (R-Arkansas), Ted Budd (R-North Carolina), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota), John Thune (R-South Dakota), Deb Fischer (R-Nebraska), Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama), and James Lankford (R-Oklahoma). “People who invoke this disgraceful, antisemitic slogan are calling for the mass murder of Jews, whether they know it or not. On October 7, the world saw the genocidal intent of the phrase, ‘From the River to the Sea.’ No one who uses this phrase should escape condemnation,” said Senator Cotton. Text of the resolution may be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=867E1D02-7AA8-4E20-9267-75C149ABBECC | Congress Sends Boozman, Manchin, Marshall, King Legislation Authorizing Permanent Electronic Duck Stamp to President’s Desk | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congress is sending President Joe Biden legislation to sign into law championed by U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Angus King (I-ME) authorizing an electronic stamp for use through the entirety of a waterfowl hunting season. The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed the bipartisan Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023 following Senate passage in July. This will allow hunters access to an electronic duck stamp via their smart phone to meet the requirement that they purchase a Federal Duck Stamp and carry it while in the field. “Arkansas is the duck hunting capital of the world. This legislation will improve access for sports enthusiasts who enjoy this outdoor tradition and are committed to preservation of waterfowl habitat. I’m proud Congress has advanced this legislation to the president’s desk to be signed into law,” said Boozman, a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, which invests federal funds generated by the Duck Stamp in wetland preservation. “I’m proud Congress has advanced our bipartisan legislation to authorize a convenient, electronic Duck Stamp that hunters in West Virginia and across the country can use for the entire waterfowl season,” said Manchin. “As Co-Chair of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and as an avid sportsman myself, I understand how important our hunting and fishing culture is to who we are as West Virginians and Americans. This commonsense step will allow even more people to enjoy duck hunting and the great outdoors and I look forward to seeing it signed into law.” “Some of my fondest memories include hunting with my dad and now with my own sons back in Kansas. I’m proud Congress advanced this commonsense legislation that makes accessing duck stamps easier and drives more dollars to conservation programs, so that families can continue to experience America’s vast wilderness for years to come,” said Marshall. “From Bean Boots to Old Town Canoes, generations of Maine people have pioneered … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-introduces-woke-endowment-security-tax-act-to-tax-college-endowments | Cotton Introduces Woke Endowment Security Tax Act to Tax College Endowments | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 12, 2023 Cotton Introduces Woke Endowment Security Tax Act to Tax College Endowments Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the WEST (Woke Endowment Security Tax) Act, legislation that would institute a 6% excise tax on the endowments of 10 American universities. The revenue from the taxes—$15.47 billion—would act as a source of funding for money going to aid Israel’s war against Hamas, Ukraine’s war against Russia, and to efforts to secure the southern border. “Many of America’s so-called ‘top’ universities are failing to condemn antisemitism and violence against Jewish students on their campuses. We should levy this tax on these schools’ endowments. A tax on the billions of dollars these schools have amassed would be more than enough to pay for our aid to Israel or security for the southern border,” said Senator Cotton. Text of the legislation may be found here. Background: The tax would stablish a one-time, 6% tax on the 2022 value of the endowments of the universities. The tax applies to (1) secular institutions with endowments of at least $12.2 billion and (2) secular institutions with endowments of at least $9 billion that also operate a state contract college. Covered institutions include Harvard, Yale, Stanford, Princeton, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern, Columbia, Washington University, and Cornell Revenue is estimated at $15.47B ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-ban-chinese-seafood-imports | Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ban Chinese Seafood Imports | 2023-12-06 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 6, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ban Chinese Seafood Imports Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the Ban China’s Forbidden Operations in the Oceanic Domain (C-FOOD) Act, legislation that would ban U.S. imports of Chinese seafood and aquaculture products. The bill would also sanction companies that import Chinese seafood and place tariffs on countries that facilitate the shipment of the seafood. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Mississippi) and Rick Scott (R-Florida) are co-sponsors of the legislation. “Fishing and Aquaculture is yet another industry the Chinese Communist Party is weaponizing for their own gain through blatant abuse and slave labor. This legislation will stop imports of this illicit seafood by imposing real costs on the Chinese government and the companies that aid them,” said Senator Cotton. “It’s past time we hold China accountable for its persistent violation of sovereign waters and its shameless use of slave labor to dominate the aquaculture market with unsafe, chemical-ridden products. These unfair and unethical practices have disadvantaged Mississippi catfish and shrimp producers for far too long, which is why I support this bill to ban U.S. imports of such tainted products until China changes its ways,” said Senator Hyde-Smith. “Communist China, under Xi’s murderous regime, is on a quest for global domination, building economic power in industries like seafood and aquaculture that are known to use slave labor and other illegal, unreported, and unregulated practices that are pushing American businesses out of business in the process. I’m proud to join my colleagues on this legislation to ban the importation of these goods from Communist China and hold any nation attempting to circumvent U.S. trade laws fully accountable,” said Senator Scott. The legislation may be found here. The Ban C-FOOD Act would: One year after enactment of this bill, all Chinese seafood and a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-merkley-colleagues-introduce-legislation-commemorating-190th-anniversary-of-relations-with-thailand | Cotton, Merkley, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Commemorating 190th Anniversary of Relations with Thailand | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 5, 2023 Cotton, Merkley, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Commemorating 190th Anniversary of Relations with Thailand Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), and Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois), today introduced a resolution commemorating the 190th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Thailand. Congresswoman Michelle Steel (California-45) introduced companion legislation in the House. “Thailand has long been a friend of the United States, acting as an important ally in the Indo-Pacific region. I am glad to lead my colleagues in introducing this legislation to honor the 190th anniversary of relations between our two nations,” said Senator Cotton. “Our relationship with Thailand—now approaching two centuries of diplomatic relations—is pivotal to ensuring regional stability and security, and to tackling shared challenges, including environmental protection and sustainable economic growth among all the countries of the Mekong sub-region,” said Senator Merkley, a member of the Foreign Relations Committee. “This resolution reaffirms the United States’ commitment to strengthening our partnership and alliance with Thailand to promote the values of democracy, respect for human rights, and a free and open Indo-Pacific region.” “I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing our bipartisan resolution honoring the 190th anniversary of U.S. diplomatic relations with Thailand. In an era of increasing authoritarian aggression, Thailand remains a steadfast friend and ally of the United States. I look forward to working with the new Thai government to further US-Thai interests and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific,” said Senator Sullivan. “Since establishing our first treaty alliance in the Indo-Pacific region in 1833, the United States and Thailand have helped one another grow and evolve: militarily, diplomatically, economically and culturally… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-to-biden-sanction-russian-company-building-drones-with-iran | Cotton to Biden: Sanction Russian Company Building Drones with Iran | 2023-12-01 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 December 1, 2023 Cotton to Biden: Sanction Russian Company Building Drones with Iran Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to President Joe Biden, urging him to sanction a Russian weapons manufacturer for working with Iran to produce drones to use in the war in Ukraine. The Russian company, JSC Alabuga, is receiving technological assistance from Iran in exchange for Russian military equipment. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “The growing Russia-Iran axis poses a major threat to the United States and its partners. Your administration must immediately bolster sanctions against both Russia and Iran and impose a severe cost on this anti-American alliance. Sanctioning the company building Iranian drones on Russian soil is the obvious first step.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. December 1, 2023 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear President Biden, I write to you regarding the growing defense partnership between Russia and Iran and the need to apply sanctions against the Russian weapons manufacturer JSC Alabuga. As you are aware, Tehran has deepened its relationship with Moscow since February 2022, providing Russia with hundreds of drones for use in its war against Ukraine. Recently, we learned that Iran is assisting the Russian company JSC Alabuga to produce its own version of Iran’s Shahed-136 kamikaze drone, known as the Geran-2, on Russian soil. If not sanctioned soon, Alabuga will reportedly be able to produce 6,000 Geran-2 drones by September 2025. Russian production of combat drones will not only augment Moscow’s lethality, it could also augment Tehran’s as Russian demand slackens and the ayatollahs can increasingly use its Shahed-136 drones for its own malign purposes. Moscow could also share the Geran-2 or its technology with other adversarial parties that threaten our allies to pressure and test American resolve. Ira… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-henry-kissinger-dedicated-his-life-to-america | Cotton: Henry Kissinger Dedicated His Life to America | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 November 30, 2023 Cotton: Henry Kissinger Dedicated His Life to America Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the passing of Henry Kissinger: “Henry Kissinger was a great American. From his valiant service on the front lines of World War II to his unprecedented time as both Secretary of State and National Security Adviser to his role as an informal adviser to elected leaders, Henry Kissinger dedicated his life to America’s national interests. I appreciated our conversations and time together, and I benefited from his counsel and encouragement. Once a historian who chronicled the exploits of men like Metternich, Talleyrand, and Castlereagh, Henry Kissinger now joins their ranks as great statesmen of all the ages.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=B1C0ED32-FA98-41B1-A9F1-7BB48A154DF2 | Boozman, Cotton Introduce Stephen Hacala Poppy Seed Safety Act | 2023-11-29 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) along with Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) introduced the Stephen Hacala Poppy Seed Safety Act. The legislation would prohibit the sale of poppy seeds that contain a harmful level of opiates and require the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue regulations that establish a maximum level of contamination. “The sale of unwashed poppy seeds is a threat to the safety of Arkansans and all Americans. This legislation honors Stephen Hacala Jr.’s memory by protecting other consumers from falling victim to dangerous, toxin-laced poppy seeds sold online and families from experiencing the loss of a loved one from similar circumstances,” Boozman said. "Stephen Hacala, Jr. died from an opioid overdose because of a dangerous gap in our nation's drug laws. Despite government warnings, unwashed poppy seeds, which can contain lethal doses of morphine, are still available for sale online and entering our food supply. As our country continues to fight the opioid crisis, it's time to end sales of unwashed seeds so that no other families experience the pain the Hacala family has endured," said Cotton. Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR) is leading companion legislation in the House of Representatives. “Stephen Hacala Jr.'s life was cut tragically short because our nation's drug laws haven't kept pace with the current realities and challenges we face. His family has used their grief to advocate for change surrounding the dangers of unwashed poppy seeds, which can be laced with lethal substances. Prohibiting the sale of this harmful product not only ensures the safety of American consumers, but it also prevents another family from experiencing this heartbreaking tragedy,” said Womack. Text of the legislation can be found here. Background: While most poppy seeds are harmless, some manufacturers sell seeds laced with morphine at a cost far higher than normal seeds. These seeds can contain more than 20 times the therapeutic dosage of morphine. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=F284EE66-7A86-46B4-81EE-94781EDD2776 | Senate Passes Boozman-Backed Resolution Raising Adoption Awareness | 2023-11-17 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a member of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption, supported the Senate-passed resolution marking November as National Adoption Month and November 18 as National Adoption Day - to increase support for adoptive families and raise awareness about adoption. “All children deserve a safe and loving home. I am grateful for the tremendous work in Arkansas to support children in need of a permanent home and proud to encourage families to consider opening their hearts to the blessings of adoption,” Boozman said. The resolution was led by Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Kevin Cramer (D-ND). A companion resolution was introduced in the House by Representatives by Congressmen Robert Aderholt (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), the House co-chairs of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-colleagues-call-on-biden-administration-to-designate-iraq-based-groups-as-foreign-terrorist-organizations | Cotton, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Designate Iraq-Based Groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 November 16, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Designate Iraq-Based Groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee), Rick Scott (R-Florida), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), and Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi), yesterday sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen. The senators urged the secretaries to hold terrorist groups linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) accountable for attacks on U.S. servicemembers. In part, the senators wrote: “In recent months, these Iraq-based terror groups reportedly murdered a U.S. citizen in Baghdad, murdered a U.S. contractor and wounded four U.S. service personnel in Syria, and abducted a U.S.-based researcher. Many of these Iraq-based groups participated in the more than two dozen attacks on U.S. troops in the region since October 17. In each such attack, groups responsible have ties to the IRGC but are not currently designated as FTOs under U.S. law.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. November 15, 2023 The Honorable Antony Blinken Secretary of State U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street NW ? Washington, DC 20520?? The Honorable Janet Yellen? Secretary? Department of Treasury? 1500 Pennsylvania Ave. NW? Washington, D.C. 20220 Dear Secretaries Blinken and Yellen, We write regarding Iraq-based terrorist militias linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Iran who are responsible for multiple attacks on U.S. servicemembers throughout the Middle East. While some of these groups are designated as foreign terrorist organizations (FTO), they are increasingly rebranding and reforming to evade terrorist designations and sanctions. In addition to a military response to deter these groups, we urge you to extend FTO designations to hold them accountable for their attacks on American citi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-introduces-legislation-to-sanction-iranian-missile-development | Cotton Introduces Legislation to Sanction Iranian Missile Development | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 November 16, 2023 Cotton Introduces Legislation to Sanction Iranian Missile Development Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) yesterday introduced the No ICBMs or Drones for Iran Act, legislation that would strengthen sanctions on Iran’s development and transfer of long-range missiles and drones. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (New York-21) is introducing companion legislation in the House. Text of the legislation may be found here. “The Biden administration seems content not to do anything to stop Iranian proxies from attacking American troops. But what will we do when Iran gets its hands on missiles that can reach America? This legislation will strengthen necessary sanctions on Iran to better protect America and our allies from their current drone attacks and future missile attacks,” said Senator Cotton. “Iran is advancing their pursuit of intercontinental ballistic missiles, arming Hamas and Russia to the teeth with kamikaze drones, and providing its terrorist proxies with weapons that are being used to strike American forces in the Middle East. This must stop. I am proud to join Senator Cotton in leading the No ICBMs or Drones for Iran Act to strengthen sanctions on Iran’s missile and drone programs. Iran’s backing of Hamas and their continuous strikes on U.S. forces make it clear that our current sanctions are not working. To start successfully deterring Iran, we must enhance and enforce sanctions on Tehran and begin investing in our homeland missile defense architecture through the construction of a third missile defense site at Fort Drum,” said Congresswoman Stefanik. Background: United Nations’ sanctions that restricted Iran’s missile development expired on October 18th. The Biden administration failed to renew the sanctions upon their expiration. The legislation would help reestablish the sanctions and prevent Iran from developing missiles. The No ICBMs or Drones for Iran Act would: Establish the connection between Ira… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=74F64C13-06B8-4035-80B1-9D204D9FB1D5 | Boozman Joins Colleagues Urging UN to Designate Hamas a Terrorist Organization | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-chairs and co-founders of the Abraham Accords Caucus and Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, in sending a letter to the United Nations (UN) urging it to designate Iranian-backed Hamas as a terrorist organization following the brutal terrorist attacks on Israel since October 7 with the intent to eradicate Israel and the Jews in Israel. “Recent events have demonstrated that Hamas’ actions, tactics, and stated goals are in many ways indistinguishable from Al Qaeda, ISIS, and other terrorist organizations the United Nations has sanctioned. Therefore, we write to urge you to bring a resolution to the UN Security Council recognizing and imposing sanctions on Hamas as a terrorist organization,”the senators wrote. “Since October 1997, the US Department of Treasury has designated Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. Additionally, these groups have been listed as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) since October 2001. Numerous other countries and international entities rightfully have designated Hamas as a terrorist organization, including Australia, Canada, the European Union, Japan, Israel, the Organization of American States, Paraguay, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. Switzerland is also actively exploring legal avenues to designate Hamas as a terrorist entity,” they concluded. Joining Boozman, Lankford and Rosen in sending the letter were Senators Katie Britt (R-AL), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Joni Ernst (R-IA), John Barrasso (R-WY), John Thune (R-SD), Ted Budd (R-NC), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), John Kennedy (R-LA), Rick Scott (R-FL), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Thom Tills (R-NC), Mike Braun (R-IN), Steve Daines (R-MT), … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-demands-answers-on-journalists-embedded-with-hamas | Cotton Demands Answers on “Journalists” Embedded with Hamas | 2023-11-10 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 November 10, 2023 Cotton Demands Answers on “Journalists” Embedded with Hamas Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) yesterday sent letters to Attorney General Merrick Garland, as well as executives at CNN, the Associated Press, Thomson Reuters, and The New York Times. All the news organizations reportedly had employees embedded with Hamas during the terrorist group’s deadly October 7 attack on Israel. Senator Cotton demanded that AG Garland open an investigation into the outlets, and he asked that the news organizations provide answers as to their involvement with Hamas. In part, Senator Cotton wrote to the news organizations: “If your employees, as part of their work, participated in terrorist activities or if your organization or employees provided material support (including any funding) to Hamas, the leadership of your organization may also face criminal penalties under federal law.” Full text of the letter to AG Garland may be found here and below. Full text of the letters to the news organizations may be found here and below. November 9, 2023 The Honorable Merrick Garland U.S. Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. Washington, DC 20530 Dear Attorney General Garland, I write regarding reports that so-called “journalists” employed by the Associated Press, CNN, New York Times, and Reuters accompanied Hamas terrorists into Israel during the October 7 terror attack. These individuals almost certainly knew about the attack in advance, and even participated by accompanying Hamas terrorists during the attack and filming the heinous acts. In at least one case, one of the individuals affiliated with these media outlets even took a selfie while being kissed on the cheek by a Hamas leader who helped mastermind the attack. Providing material support or assistance, including funding, to a terrorist organization such as Hamas is a federal crime. The Department of Justice must immediately open a national security investigat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=7FB412FF-C2D2-46DF-B423-8852E2AE56A8 | Boozman, Cortez Masto Team Up to Improve Home Accessibility for Disabled Veterans | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, joined Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) to help disabled veterans and their families make accessibility and safety improvements to their homes with the introduction of the Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Improvements and Structural Alterations program (HISA) offers funds to help eligible disabled veterans with service-related medical issues make alterations to their homes including accessible bathrooms, widen their doors, install wheelchair ramps and grab bars and handrails. The Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act would increase funding from its current ceiling of $6,800 to $9,000 for veterans with disabilities. “With rising costs of construction materials, it’s necessary to increase funds available for veterans to adapt their homes. This legislation will help enhance their quality of life and help them live more independently. I’m pleased to champion improvements to services and benefits for the men and women who served in our nation’s uniform,” Boozman said. “Nevada veterans have sacrificed so much for our country, and we must ensure they can access the necessary resources to have more freedom in their homes,” said Cortez Masto. “This bipartisan legislation will help them afford the home improvements they need to enhance their accessibility and safety. I will continue working across the aisle to stand up for our veterans and their families.” The Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act is endorsed by Wounded Warrior Project, The Disabled American Veterans and Paralyzed Veterans of America. “VA’s Home Improvements and Structural Alterations grant program provides medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to a veteran or service member’s primary residence. However, years of inattention have diminished the effectiveness of this program, and it is long past time to update grant rates to realistic levels. We appreciate the efforts of Senator … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=EBF2328B-F4DB-462C-B930-1E1CA94A0F67 | Boozman Shares Service Memories of Arkansas Air Force Veteran | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - As we approach Veterans Day, U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the service of Mark Linkous in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series highlighting the military service of Arkansans. Linkous was sworn in to the U.S. Air Force on October 26, 1950 and the next day he traveled to San Antonio, Texas for basic training at Lackland Air Force Base. “It was a tremendous transition,” Linkous said. He joined the Air Force two years after it became an independent military branch, recalling how basic training was very similar to the Army due to that newly minted status. When he was issued his first uniform, they didn’t have “all the blues,” they gave him one pair of brown boots and pair of black boots - but by the end of basic they all had their blue uniforms. After completing basic training, his first assigned job was as a math instructor. “You could be teaching multiplication one hour and trigonometry the next. They kept it that way intentionally to keep the instructors on our toes. We all had to have our lesson plans.” For Linkous, the most difficult part of service was adjusting to different people and their varying opinions. The easiest was the physical aspect since he grew up on a farm, hunted and had worked on an oil rig. Two years before his enlistment was up, the Air Force had started constructing housing in preparation for welcoming women into the service. He was assigned as the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge of the academic training for the women at Lackland because of his aptitude in mathematics. He likened his role to being a school principal. “I had input into, while I was there, of the math program, you know for the men and the women but their math course was exactly the same as the men’s,” he said. Linkous credits his master sergeant for his initial encounter with his future wife, Ann. “He invited me to their home one weekend, and we had a real good time. I think his wife and little boy seemed to like me ok, then she started telling me about this niece she had that lived up in east Te… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-kaine-introduce-bill-to-study-effects-of-cellphones-in-schools | Cotton, Kaine Introduce Bill to Study Effects of Cellphones in Schools | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 November 9, 2023 Cotton, Kaine Introduce Bill to Study Effects of Cellphones in Schools Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senator Tim Kaine (D-Virginia) today introduced the Focus on Learning Act, legislation that would require the U.S. Department of Education to complete a study on the effects of cellphone use in K-12 classrooms on students’ mental health and academic performance. “Widespread use of cell phones in schools are at best a distraction for young Americans; at worst, they expose schoolchildren to content that is harmful and addictive. Our legislation will make schools remain centers of learning,” said Senator Cotton. “We’ve made a lot of progress in our recovery from the depths of the pandemic. But there’s much more work to be done to help students overcome learning loss and excel in the classroom. That includes looking into how cellphone use in schools is impacting students’ mental health and their ability to learn. This bill would help us do that, by gathering information and providing it to schools as they grapple with students’ use of cellphones in class and how to best set them up for success,” said Senator Kaine, who serves on the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Text of the legislation may be found here. Background: The study would include insights from a pilot program, also established by the legislation, to provide schools with secure containers for students to store phones during school hours. The bill authorizes $5 million annually for the next five years for that pilot program. In the selection of pilot programs, ED will gather input from parents, students, and educators. The pilot program will allow exceptions for students with health conditions, disabilities, and non-English speakers. Schools participating in the pilot program will have a communication system in place that allows teachers, administrators, and staff to communicate with local emergency responders. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=BBAE4076-4BB8-4B0D-8B61-B6A66B6CB47B | Boozman Presses DHS Secretary on Border Failures | 2023-11-08 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) pressed the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on the administration’s failure to secure the border. “By every metric the border is a disaster. Despite the rhetoric of the administration the numbers reported by the Border Patrol of caught and known gotaways are off the chart. Our border states and our communities have been overrun, and now many of our major cities, most of them [run by Democrats], are saying literally that you’re in the process of destroying their cities,” Boozman said in a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing examining additional funds for the border. The administration has requested nearly $14 billion to support its efforts at the border. Boozman has rejected the plan. The senator demanded changes to the open door policy instead of funneling more taxpayer dollars to process asylum claims of illegal immigrants. “What you’re proposing, at best, just maintains the status quo,” Boozman said. Since President Biden took office, the number of illegal immigrants apprehended at the southern border has grown each year. In Fiscal Year 2023, the U.S. Border Patrol reported a record 2.5 million encounters at the southern border, and apprehended 169 individuals on the terrorist watchlist trying to cross illegally – more than in the previous six years combined. Boozman also questioned the secretary’s characterization of the department’s seizure of fentanyl at the border. He highlighted the devastating impact the illegal drug is having in Arkansas as the number one cause of overdose deaths. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-colleagues-to-cardona-take-immediate-action-to-protect-jewish-students | Cotton, Colleagues to Cardona: Take Immediate Action to Protect Jewish Students | 2023-11-08 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 November 8, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues to Cardona: Take Immediate Action to Protect Jewish Students Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators Ted Budd (R-North Carolina) and Marco Rubio (R-Florida), today sent a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. The senators requested that Secretary Cardona provide information on the Department of Education’s plans to protect Jewish students who are facing anti-Semitic violence and harassment in the wake of Hamas’s attack on Israel. In part, the senators wrote: “School administrators, at institutions of all levels, have a duty to protect their students from these kinds of threats. Schools that, by their inaction, enable threats and harassment against Jewish students are subject to losing their access to federal funds.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. November 8, 2023 The Honorable Miguel Cardona Secretary of Education? U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington, DC 20202 Dear Secretary Cardona: I write regarding the explosion of anti-Semitic threats against and attacks on Jewish students at institutes of higher education and K-12 schools. Anti-Semitism on college campuses has sharply escalated after Hamas’s murderous attack on Israel on October 7. Jewish students in the United States are facing extreme anti-Semitic violence and harassment, while school instructors look the other way or even praise Hamas’s terrorist attack. This is true on both college campuses and in K-12 schools. In at least one high school, students reportedly marched through the halls while chanting a call for the destruction of Israel. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is clear that no person shall be subjected to discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded schools, and that protection extends to students who experience harassment based on shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics. School adminis… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-demands-doj-take-immediate-action-against-pro-hamas-mobs | Cotton Demands DOJ Take Immediate Action Against Pro-Hamas Mobs | 2023-11-08 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 November 8, 2023 Cotton Demands DOJ Take Immediate Action Against Pro-Hamas Mobs Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) yesterday sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland, urging him to direct the Department of Justice to investigate members of pro-Hamas mobs that attempted to obstruct U.S. military ships from delivering aid to Israel. Senator Cotton noted that trespassing on or damaging military property breaks several federal laws, and those who do so should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “The Department of Justice must take immediate action against these criminals; otherwise, it will send a dangerous message that radical activists can undermine our Armed Forces with impunity.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. November 7, 2023 The Honorable Merrick Garland U.S. Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. Washington, DC 20530 Dear Attorney General Garland, I write to urge immediate action against radical, pro-Hamas mobs who are committing crimes to impede the delivery of U.S. security aid to Israel. Yesterday, hundreds of pro-Hamas extremists shut down the Port of Tacoma to obstruct what they believed to be a military ship transporting military aid to Israel. A few days earlier, many of these same saboteurs reportedly blocked the entrance to a port in Oakland, tampered with a military ship’s mooring lines, and attempted to scale the ship with a rope ladder. Any attempt to impede and interfere with U.S. military movements, like attempting to trespass on or damage military property, breaks several federal laws. Each person involved in these schemes should be arrested promptly and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Further, two left-wing extremist groups, the Bay Area Arab Resource and Organizing Center (AROC) and the Tacoma Democratic Socialists of America, coordinated and organized these criminal mobs, for instance, by opera… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=CF86DD91-1792-4D8B-ADCD-5829B0EAA31C | Boozman, Graham, Coons Introduce New Solution to Global Food Security Crisis | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Lindsey Graham (R-RS) and Chris Coons (D-DE) introduced legislation to combat the global food security crisis. The current band-aid approach to food security challenges is both insufficient and unsustainable. The Foundation for International Food Security Act would be a new model to tackle this growing global challenge by leveraging private sector dollars to improve food systems. The Foundation will bring to the forefront innovative solutions from the private sector and help breakdown institutional barriers. “Escalating conflicts, food inaccessibility and increased prices are fueling a global hunger crisis. This is a humanitarian emergency that needs an innovative approach to deliver help to children and families most in need. I’m pleased to support the Foundation for International Food Security Act to leverage private funding so we help modernize food supply systems around the world which will ultimately foster stability and prevent the weaponization of food,” Boozman said. “Today, according to the World Food Program, there are more than 345 million people facing acute hunger. That is an increase of almost 200 million since early 2020,” said Graham. “Our legislation will focus on helping people in the developing world produce their own food so they aren’t forced to migrate. The American farming community is the gold standard and this will help us bring the best science and technology to the developing world. Our goal is to help teach people how to feed themselves using American ingenuity and technology.” “Hundreds of millions of people are facing famine due to rising food prices, climate change, conflict, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,” said Coons. “As Chairman of the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Subcommittee, I’m proud to steer the United States’ continuing leadership role in combatting global food insecurity. Giving a helping hand to those who need it the most has been a longstanding value of our nation, and this legislation will help promote… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=80AA6C55-96E4-486D-8FB7-E37E1D2CEAAA | Boozman, Hyde-Smith Call for Extended Comment Time for Major Ag Worker Program Reforms | 2023-11-03 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, joined Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) in leading a bipartisan group of senators calling for additional time for farmers and ranchers to review and comment on significant reforms to the H-2A temporary agricultural workers program. In letters to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, the senators request a 60-day public comment extension for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed rulemaking, “Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections, 88 FR 65040,” and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed rulemaking, “Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States, 88 FR 63750.” “The United States takes pride in producing the world’s safest, most abundant, and most affordable food supply. Our nation’s ability to do so is entirely contingent on the strength of our agricultural workforce. The H-2A program provides a critical labor pool without which many producers in our states would struggle or be entirely unable to operate,” the senators wrote. “Any proposed regulatory changes to the H-2A program have potential ramifications for the entire American agricultural supply chain and food security. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that our constituents be provided adequate time to thoroughly analyze this proposed rule and its effects on their operations. Moreover, this comment period is occurring while many producers in our states will be occupied with fall harvest and unable to dedicate time to developing meaningful comments,” the lawmakers wrote. The letters were also signed by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Mike Crapo (R-ID), John Thune (R-SD), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), James Risch (R-ID), John Hoeven (R-ND), Tim Scott (R-SC), Angus King, Jr. (I-ME), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Thom Till… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=03142A6E-2004-47FC-A4B7-3D16789AF4B2 | Boozman, Thune, Scott, Barrasso Urge the Biden Administration to Abandon Unrealistic, Costly Energy Efficiency Standards | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Sens. John Boozman (R-AR), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, joined John Thune (R-SD), Tim Scott (R-SC), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Recourses; in leading a letter urging the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to abandon their proposal that would require new single and multifamily homes that are insured or guaranteed by the agencies to be subject to newly implemented, unrealistic and overly burdensome energy efficiency standards. The proposal would reduce the supply of new housing, increase costs on residential contractors, and significantly impact low-income households. “Over the last few years, the Biden administration has demonstrated a reckless commitment to forcing its unrealistic environmental agenda onto various aspects of the economy via its push toward electrification, regulating household appliances, and the stifling of conventional American energy production,” wrote the senators. “So, it is not at all surprising that the administration is now forcing its agenda onto families purchasing or renting a home, all while admitting that ‘lower-income households . . . may be challenged in their ability to address first costs.’ To that end, we request that you abandon this effort and conduct an honest evaluation as to how adoption of the revised international energy conservation code (IECC) and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards would increase costs and give special attention to the affect adoption would have on lower-income families.” The letter was also signed by Sens. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mike Braun (R-IN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Deb Fischer (R-NE), John Hoeven (R-ND), James Lankford (R-OK), … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=C2EBC460-E7F1-4803-9AA9-EC2F0861C70B | Senate Approves Boozman Bill to Fund Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Programs | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved a trio of funding bills in a package that included legislation crafted by U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) to secure $83 million for the future pilot training center in Fort Smith and deliver care and benefits veterans and their families have earned. “Investments in military infrastructure are critical to protecting our national security. This legislation enhances Arkansas’s defense capabilities and continues our commitment to ensure Ebbing Air National Guard Base has the resources to support the needs of allied pilots who will soon be training here. I’m proud to improve health care and services for veterans so we can live up to our obligation to care for the men and women who served in our nation’s uniform,” said Boozman, Ranking Member of the Senate Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations subcommittee. Boozman also successfully fought for the inclusion of an amendment based on his VA Emergency Transportation Access Act to protect rural veterans’ access to life-saving emergency medical transportation. Additionally, the Senate-passed package included the Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies appropriations bills. Boozman also secured funding for additional Arkansas priorities including: Transportation Infrastructure $67 million for the construction of I-49 near Fort Smith. $11.5 million to increase freight rail capacity at the Port of Little Rock. $4 million to construct a covered canopy at Clinton National Airport in Little Rock. $2.5 million for upgraded traffic infrastructure to improve security access at Ebbing Air National Guard Base. Transportation education, research and improved safety and fuel efficiency. Natural State-based Agriculture Research $77.4 million for the Food and Drug Administration’s research promoting and protecting public health conducted at the National Center for Toxicological Research in Je… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=40A62041-9CBE-4F66-AA2C-06ABBCCF97ED | Boozman Highlights Camden, Arkansas as Backbone of Arsenal of Democracy in Senate Hearing | 2023-11-01 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, highlighted the capacity of southeast Arkansas to support the industrial base in a hearing Tuesday with Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin II. “Camden, Arkansas is a major player [in munition production] and they’re working very hard. The people of Arkansas, the people of Camden have really stepped up,” Boozman said. The defense industry has invested in the community making it home to production of some of the most effective weapon systems and munitions in the world. The missiles and rockets serve as the backbone to the arsenal of democracy. Camden serves a vital role in fulfilling our national security needs now and in the future. Boozman has helped secure investments for major defense production operations in Camden and continues to promote the city and workforce. Last week RTX announced it is investing $33 million in a new manufacturing facility in the community to build a modern air defense capability for the U.S. Marine Corps and expand production capacity for Israel’s long-term air defense. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=9F6F9E06-F810-4F7D-BD2E-9C4427577AA6 | Senators Boozman, Scott Combat Antisemitism on College Campuses | 2023-10-31 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) to introduce the Antisemitism Awareness Act, which directs the U.S. Department of Education to use of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) definition of antisemitism when investigating antisemitic acts on college campuses. Currently, the department lacks a clear definition of antisemitism when determining whether an antisemitic or anti-Israel incident on campus crosses the line from free speech into harassing, unlawful or discriminatory conduct. According to the Anti-Defamation League, violent language and threats against the Jewish community and Israel increased 488 percent in the first 18 hours after Hamas’ terror attacks on October 7, 2023. “Colleges across the country must protect students against the increasing incidents of hate,” said Boozman. “As antisemitism increases on campuses nationwide, we must ensure intolerance has no place in educational institutions. I’m proud to support this commonsense legislation and promote a safe environment for learning.” “Our nation’s institutions of higher learning have become hotbeds of antisemitism, especially in the wake of the brutal Hamas terror attacks against Israel and innocent civilians,” said Scott. “It’s critical the Department of Education has the tools and resources it needs to investigate antisemitism and root out this vile hatred wherever it rears its ugly head.” The IHRA definition of antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, often expressed as hatred, which includes: Calling for, aiding or justifying the killing or harming of Jews; Making dehumanizing, demonizing or stereotypical allegations about Jews or the power of Jews as a collective, such as the myth of a Jewish conspiracy or Jews controlling the media, economy, government or other societal institutions; Holocaust denialism; Accusing Jewish citizens of being more loyal to Israel than to the interests of their own nation; Denying the Jewish people, the right to self-determination. For examp… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=0DCB5E02-C96C-478C-AC51-6C96C51B9485 | Boozman Welcomes New Arkansas Congressional Youth Cabinet | 2023-10-30 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) launched the seventh year of his Congressional Youth Cabinet on Friday at the Statehouse Museum in Little Rock. The meeting brought together 100 high school juniors who were selected from public, private, charter and homeschool students across the state for their involvement and leadership in their communities. “I am pleased to welcome these young leaders who are interested in getting involved and making a difference in their schools and communities,” Boozman said. “It’s great to see the enthusiasm for the program and the passion students have for learning about public service and crafting policies to shape the future of Arkansas and our country.” Senator Boozman speaks to Congressional Youth Cabinet participants in Little Rock. The Congressional Youth Cabinet is a non-partisan program that gives students insight and experience in the legislative process. The students will attend meetings throughout the year and work in teams to research national issues they select and propose policy solutions. In April, the students will present their recommendations to the senator. The following students were selected to participate in the Congressional Youth Cabinet for the 2023-2024 school year: 1st Congressional District Angela Abbott – Austin Anna Caroline Wehrum – Marion Avery Hill – Cabot Brayden A. Derrick – Tyronza Brooke Wattingney – Monette Cache Tucker – Cabot Cali Davis – Tyronza Carli Chester – Pocahontas Charleigh Patterson – Des Arc Chasity Lotfield – Marion Conrad Punzalan – Jacksonville Ebony Jade Robertson – Cabot Elizabeth Esteban – Cabot Gabriel Taylor – West Memphis Giovanni Echavarria – Leachville Gloria Edings – Joiner Hayden Mittlestat – Cabot Isaac Henry – Jonesboro Jackson Haught – Blytheville John Bray – Harrison Kaitlyn Spencer – Cabot Kaydence Tanner – Austin Lauren Duke - Cabot Madison Porter – West Memphis Madison Rivera – Cabot Mariska Haddock - Cabot Mary Rose Youngblood - Cabot Matthew Littell – Cabot Payton Flynn –… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-retaliation-against-expendable-proxies-only-validates-iran | Cotton: Retaliation Against Expendable Proxies Only Validates Iran | 2023-10-27 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 27, 2023 Cotton: Retaliation Against Expendable Proxies Only Validates Iran Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the U.S. conducted strikes on two facilities in eastern Syria used by Iran and its proxies. The strikes were in response to attacks on American forces in Iraq and Syria: “Retaliation against expendable proxies—especially unoccupied proxy warehouses—merely validates Iran’s strategy to use proxies to attack Americans. They are laughing at us in Tehran. Iran will continue to target Americans until President Biden gets serious about imposing severe costs on Iran.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=1674ACBB-C283-4263-94DD-78DD86E11036 | Anti-Childhood Hunger Organization Honors Boozman for Modernizing Summer Meals Program | 2023-10-26 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman, ranking member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, was recognized today by a leading anti-childhood hunger advocacy organization for championing efforts to reach more children in need of nutrition assistance during the summer months. Share Our Strength’s Dine for No Kid Hungry Advisory Board honored Boozman and Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) for their work to modernize the outdated summer meals program. The two senators successfully included a provision in the last year’s omnibus appropriations bill to help the program reach more food-insecure children, in both rural and urban communities, during the months when they are not in school. Their efforts amounted to the first substantial reform to the summer meals program in over sixty years “Senator Boozman’s leadership has been indispensable in the fight to end child hunger nationwide. Millions of children will now have access to meals when school is out thanks to his steadfast commitment to kids and to closing the summer meals gap,” Anne Filipic, CEO, Share Our Strength said. Boozman and Stabenow speak at Share Our Strength’s breakfast reception after receiving awards from the organization for their work to improve the summer meals program. The change in the law secured by the senators increases the reach of the summer meals program beyond traditional congregate feeding sites by permanently allowing states to offer non-congregate meal options, such as grab-and-go or home delivery, and by authorizing a nationwide summer electronic benefit (EBT) program to eligible children. “I was very proud to partner with Chairwoman Stabenow to help ensure our neediest children have access to nutritious meals in the summer. As a former public school board member, I know firsthand that proper nutrition is vital to a child’s ability to learn,” Boozman said. “The summer meals program was in desperate need of an update. I had long championed these commonsense modernizations, an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=3A7AE542-0C21-43E6-8CEA-FFA0B0AD0C81 | Boozman, Carper Lead Recycling Roundtable on Improving Textile Circularity | 2023-10-26 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Carper (D-DE), co-chairs of the Senate Recycling Caucus, held a roundtable discussion with stakeholders to explore ways to improve pathways for textile recycling, resale, repair and reuse in the United States. Attendees included U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree (D-ME), Dacie Meng, Policy and Institutions Senior Manager for North America at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Alon Rotem, Chief Legal Officer at thredUP, Randi Marshall, Head of Government and Public Affairs for the Americas at the H&M Group, Alex Schenck, Director of Public Policy for Environment and Sustainability at Walmart and Molly Hemstreet, Co-Executive Director of The Industrial Commons. “Having input from companies leading sustainable solutions and implementing new and innovative ways to reuse textiles is important to enhancing strategies for a more circular market,” said Boozman. “I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Senate Recycling Caucus and these stakeholders to turn ideas into policies to improve the industry and the environment.” “Every second, a dump truck of textiles ends up in a landfill, and the fashion industry is responsible for nearly ten percent of all global greenhouse gas emissions — more than the aviation sector and maritime shipping combined,” said Carper. “Addressing the challenges of reducing textile waste requires private and public entities to work together, and that’s exactly what we are doing. Our roundtable discussion shed light on opportunities to improve textile recycling, and I thank Senator Boozman, Congresswoman Pingree and all of our stakeholders for their participation.” BACKGROUND: According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), an estimated 14.7 percent of discarded clothing and textile products are collected for reuse and recycling annually. The United States has some infrastructure to collect, sort, grade, and recycle textile products; however, the majority of the nearly 15 percent of articles collected in the United St… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=FA13C74A-9BC4-4480-91C0-7851DC209DFD | Boozman Joins Westerman & Colleagues in Introducing Resolution Recognizing October as National Dyslexia Awareness Month | 2023-10-25 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee in introducing a U.S. Senate resolution recognizing October 2023 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month. A companion resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-AR). “Early detection and treatment of dyslexia is important to ensuring students have the resources they need to succeed. I’m proud to cosponsor this resolution raising awareness about dyslexia so we can help young learners overcome the challenges they experience as a result of this learning disability,”said Boozman. “Dyslexia doesn’t affect intelligence but impacts an individual’s ability to read. Research shows it impacts 1 in 5 Americans,” said Cassidy. “This National Dyslexia Awareness Month, we work to educate the nation on dyslexia and ensure these bright children have the resources to achieve their dreams just like any other student.” The Senate resolution was also cosponsored by Senators Angus King (I-ME), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Chris Murphy (D-CT), John Hickenlooper (D-CO) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). “Millions of students have faced social stigmas and learning challenges due to dyslexia for far too long,” said Westerman. “This important resolution brings congressional awareness to a critical issue and urges support for proper resources so that students impacted by dyslexia can learn and succeed. No student should be held back from success simply because they learn differently. I am honored to support this resolution, and I want to thank Senator Cassidy and my fellow Dyslexia Caucus Co-Chair, Representative Brownley, for making it a bicameral and bipartisan issue.” Despite the prevalence of dyslexia, students are rarely tested. This prevents them from getting the services and accommodations necessary to assist dyslexic students learning to read. When children are not identified with dyslexia, evidence shows lifelong harm… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-40th-anniversary-of-beirut-bombing | Cotton Statement on 40th Anniversary of Beirut Bombing | 2023-10-23 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 23, 2023 Cotton Statement on 40th Anniversary of Beirut Bombing Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, which claimed the lives of 241 American service members: “40 years ago, Iran’s terrorist proxy Hezbollah launched an attack against American troops. It was the deadliest day for U.S. Marines since Iwo Jima. Today is a reminder to not only honor those troops who paid the ultimate sacrifice for America, but to never forget that there are forces which will harm and kill Americans at any opportunity.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=7E7A2468-5AD7-4546-B0FA-3F15778412D6 | Boozman Fights Radical Electric Vehicle Mandate | 2023-10-20 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) in introducing the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act to counter the Biden administration’s radical environmental agenda and executive overreach by preventing the implementation of a proposed rule and other regulations that seek to limit consumer vehicle choice. On April 12, 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a draft rule titled “Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Year 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles,” which sets stringent emissions standards for criteria pollutants and greenhouse gasses for certain vehicles. This measure is the most aggressive tailpipe emissions proposal ever crafted and a de facto mandate for mass production of electric vehicles (EVs). The EPA has projected that, if finalized, over two-thirds of all new vehicles could be electric by 2032. “Arkansans are paying more for food, energy and every day essentials. These new restrictions add fuel to the fire and will drive the cost of vehicles even higher. The CARS Act will rein in this overreaching policy and protect affordability and consumer choice,” said Boozman. “Once again, the Biden administration’s rule-making process is being used to push a radical green agenda and pick winners and losers,” said Crapo. “Americans deserve to have access to affordable, reliable vehicles fueled by American-made energy products. However, the Biden EPA’s rule change would hurt everyday Americans while simultaneously helping China. Consequences of rules and regulations such as these restrict consumer choice and raise costs for the average American family.” “The EPA cannot continue to pick winners and losers,” said Ricketts. “This legislation ensures the Biden administration can’t prioritize their radical left agenda over affordable and reliable internal combustion engines. I’ll always fight to protect Nebraskans’ ability to choose what is best for them and their families.” The legislation was also c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=805BED94-F731-4EA0-B0B6-80774FF6CA85 | Boozman, Colleagues Urge Biden to Do Everything in His Power to Rescue American Hostages | 2023-10-20 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Cory Booker (D-NJ), co-chairs of the Abraham Accords Caucus, in urging President Biden to continue putting his full attention on freeing American hostages who were taken by Hamas during the terrorist organization’s October 7th attacks on Israel and supporting Israel’s efforts to dismantle the threat of Hamas. In the letter, the lawmakers wrote: “We appreciate that you have sent the U.S. Deputy Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs to Israel to assist in the recovery of the hostages, and we urge you to do everything in your power to secure their safe release. “Hamas has already killed 30 Americans and likely injured many more…The terrorists responsible for these atrocities hide behind human shields while they threaten to livestream the execution of hostages. Hamas has also reportedly demanded the mass release of prisoners in exchange for freeing its hostages and could use the hostages to push for a ceasefire. With several U.S. citizens still missing in the aftermath of the terror group’s brutal attack, we urge you to continue putting your full attention on the freeing of American hostages. Every day must be treated with a sense of urgency. “As a result, we urge the United States to continue supporting Israel’s urgent efforts to dismantle the threat of Hamas, provide the necessary resources for Israel’s defense, and continue offering whatever support necessary to immediately and safely rescue kidnapped Americans, with particular attention to those who require urgent medical care. “We urge you to encourage our allies and partners in the region to place pressure on Hamas to allow the International Committee of the Red Cross to have access to the hostages while the United States and Israel work to secure their release.” The letter was also signed by Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Katie Britt (R-AL), John Barrasso (R-WY), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Shelley Moore Capito (R-… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-biden-supplemental-spending-proposal-is-dead-on-arrival | Cotton: Biden Supplemental Spending Proposal is Dead on Arrival | 2023-10-20 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 20, 2023 Cotton: Biden Supplemental Spending Proposal is Dead on Arrival Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after President Biden released his proposed supplemental spending bill: “President Biden’s slush fund proposal is dead on arrival, just like his budgets. We will not spend, for example, $3.5 billion to address the ‘potential needs of Gazans,’ essentially functioning as a resupply line for Hamas terrorists. “We will also not spend $11.8 billion to fund the Ukrainian government’s own non-war spending, such as funding retirement pensions for Ukrainian government employees. Nor will we spend $4.7 billion for housing, transportation, and ‘services’ for illegal aliens in the United States rather than deporting them. “The Biden proposal is going nowhere, and Senate Republicans will take the lead on crafting a funding bill that protects Americans and their interests.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-to-blinken-what-are-state-dept-plans-to-protect-americans-abroad | Cotton to Blinken: What Are State Dept. Plans to Protect Americans Abroad? | 2023-10-20 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 20, 2023 Cotton to Blinken: What Are State Dept. Plans to Protect Americans Abroad? Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and requested a classified briefing on the State Department’s planning to ensure the safety of Americans who might be in areas where conflict will escalate. Full text of the letter may be found here and below. October 20, 2023 The Honorable Antony Blinken Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20520 Dear Secretary Blinken, Yesterday, the State Department issued a notice for United States citizens in the Middle East, recommending “worldwide caution” and planning due to “increased tensions in various locations around the world, [and] the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests.” Ensuring the safety and security of Americans abroad is a critical duty of the United States government. Accordingly, please provide Congress with a classified briefing as soon as practicable, but in any event not later than Thursday, October 26, on the State Department’s planning to support and, if needed, rapidly evacuate Americans from areas where conflict might escalate. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter. Sincerely, _________________ Tom Cotton United States Senator ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=A50979C0-CB15-44A1-A59D-118F9987C608 | Arkansas Organization Nominated by Boozman Selected as National Angels in Adoption Honoree | 2023-10-19 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized Arkansas True Vision Children’s Homes as a 2023 Angels in Adoption honoree for the organization’s tireless commitment to helping foster children and promoting adoption in Arkansas. Arkansas True Vision Children’s Homes operates facilities in the state to address a variety of critical needs – helping children in dire situations, supporting foster children who need special care, and keeping sibling groups together. Across its facilities, the nonprofit organization supports 40-50 kids per day and is a licensed service provider for the Arkansas Department of Children and Family Services. “Every child deserves love and support, and Arkansas True Vision continues working tirelessly to provide better outcomes for children in foster care. I am grateful for the tremendous work of this organization, its leadership and the direct care staff who are dedicated to creating a brighter future for so many Natural State children,” Boozman said. Boozman also submitted a statement to the Congressional Record celebrating True Vision’s advocacy. In addition to its mission of caring for kids in emergencies and long-term foster care, True Vision has also assisted in 60 adoptions since 2015. The organization currently has three locations: The Young Children’s Home in Fort Smith where three special houses provide foster care for sibling groups on a neighborhood-style campus. The Maggie House in Charleston provides long-term residential care to foster children, many with complex cases. The Florence Crittenton Home in Little Rock with a residential group home providing emergency shelter services and long-term residential care for children and adolescents in need of a safe and secure environment. The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) coordinates the Angels in Adoption program and raises awareness about the tens of thousands of orphans and foster children in the United States and the millions of orphans around the world in need of permanent homes. “CCAI is pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-collapse-of-iran-sanctions-undermines-biden-visit-to-israel | Cotton: Collapse of Iran Sanctions Undermines Biden Visit to Israel | 2023-10-18 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler orJames Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 18, 2023 Cotton: Collapse of Iran Sanctions Undermines Biden Visit to Israel Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after sanctions on Iran’s missile program expired. The sanctions were imposed in 2015 and were designed to limit Iran’s ability to buy and sell ballistic missiles and missile technology: “President Biden’s visit to Israel today coincides with the expiration of multilateral sanctions on Iran’s missile program under the failed Iran nuclear deal. This dangerous mistake, along with continued concessions like paying the $6 billion hostage ransom, emboldens Iran at the expense of American and Israeli security. Actions speak louder than words.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=7017EC34-BB67-4D74-98D0-87061DA1F9FE | Boozman Challenges EPA Restrictions | 2023-10-17 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON– U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) in challenging Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) efforts to restrict the use of rodenticides, claiming the proposed mitigation measures could endanger the nation’s food supply, public health, and property. In a letter to EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan, the Senators encouraged him to work with rodenticide producers and users to develop science-based policies that would allow continued use of 11 rodent control products. In November 2022, the EPA proposed mitigation measures for rodenticides. “Any new measures should be based on sound science and must recognize the significant benefits that the products provide,” the Senators wrote Regan. “The proposed mitigation measures would place severe restrictions on the use of rodenticides, hampering the ability of growers, consumers, pest control operators, restaurants, other food handling establishments, schools, health care facilities, and businesses to control rats, mice, and other rodents,” the Senators continued. “They would also complicate compliance with food safety regulations that require rodent control. Rather than protecting the environment, limiting access to vital rodenticides would harm the American food supply, public health, animal health and welfare, and infrastructure.” The Senators’ concerns about the proposed mitigation measures are based on the fact they would, among other things: classify most of the products as restricted use pesticides; require that users become licensed, state-certified applicators; prohibit current surface (non-bait station) application methods used to protect many crops; and require growers to conduct carcass searches for two weeks after application. Rodents are responsible for millions of dollars in damages to field crops, stored grain, and farm equipment annually, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The pest can also spread over 60 diseases to humans, companion animals, and livestock. In addition to Boozman and Hyde-Smit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=3871C33F-96C8-4BFC-82EC-EA1E310FE0C2 | On World Food Day Boozman Reaffirms U.S. Commitment to Fighting Food Insecurity | 2023-10-16 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a leader in efforts to combat hunger in the United States and across the world, joined Senators Chris Coons (D-DE), Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) to introduce a resolution designating October 16, 2023 and 2024 World Food Day and recommitting to fighting hunger in the face of rising food insecurity around the world. In 2022, an estimated 783 million people across the world experienced hunger. Of that 783 million, 2.3 million were severely food insecure Americans. The World Food Day resolution recognizes the important role that the United States plays in combating hunger worldwide and promotes further action to help people suffering from hunger and malnutrition. “Malnutrition and food insecurity impact millions in the United States and around the world, representing not only a threat to individuals but also to global stability when weaponized, as Russian President Vladimir Putin has amid an unjustified, brutal war against Ukraine,” saidBoozman. “America’s farmers and ranchers, as well as countless humanitarian organizations, work incredibly hard to close the gap and make our international leadership in combating hunger possible. World Food Day serves as a reminder to us and our allies that we must be united in this cause and double down on efforts to make our food supply more resilient and robust.” “At a time when climate change, conflict, and economic volatility affect food systems globally, it is crucial that the United States reaffirms our commitment to fighting food insecurity,” said Coons. “In addition to providing lifesaving food assistance, we must also work to build a more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive global agri-food system that protects vulnerable people at home and abroad.” “The most fundamental human need we can meet is providing food for the hungry,” said Moran. “The war in Ukraine highlighted the ongoing global hunger crisis and reinvigorated our responsibility to provide greater food security both at home and around the world… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-to-mayorkas-deport-any-foreign-national-supporting-hamas | Cotton to Mayorkas: Deport Any Foreign National Supporting Hamas | 2023-10-16 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 16, 2023 Cotton to Mayorkas: Deport Any Foreign National Supporting Hamas Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, urging him to deport any foreign national who has expressed support for Hamas. According to the Immigration and Nationality Act, any foreign national who endorses or espouses terrorist activity should be deported. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “The appalling explosion of anti-Semitism in the United States over the past few weeks should disturb anyone who shares American values. While American citizens may have a First Amendment right to speak disgusting vitriol if they so choose, no foreign national has a right to advocate for terrorism in the United States.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. October 16, 2023 The Honorable Alejandro Mayorkas Secretary Department of Homeland Security Washington, D.C. 20528 Dear Secretary Mayorkas, I write to urge you to immediately deport any foreign national—including and especially any alien on a student visa—that has expressed support for Hamas and its murderous attacks on Israel. These fifth-columnists have no place in the United States. Federal law is clear that any alien who “endorses or espouses terrorist activity or persuades others to endorse or espouse terrorist activity or support a terrorist organization” is inadmissible and must be deported. Swiftly removing and permanently barring from future reentry any foreign student who signed onto or shared approvingly the anti-Semitic letter from the Harvard Palestine Solidarity Committee on October 7 would be a good place to start. The appalling explosion of anti-Semitism in the United States over the past few weeks should disturb anyone who shares American values. While American citizens may have a First Amendment right to speak disgusting vitriol if they so choose, no foreign national has a right to advocate f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-to-biden-austin-authorize-special-forces-to-rescue-american-hostages | Cotton to Biden, Austin: Authorize Special Forces to Rescue American Hostages | 2023-10-12 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 12, 2023 Cotton to Biden, Austin: Authorize Special Forces to Rescue American Hostages Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to President Joe Biden and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, urging them to authorize U.S. special operations forces to rescue the Americans held hostage by Hamas. The letter notes that National Security Council Spokesman John Kirby has said there are at least 14 American citizens unaccounted for after Hamas attacked Israel last weekend. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “We have a duty to act, including with the use of force if necessary to save our fellow Americans. Now is the time for bold and audacious action, not timid half measures or bureaucratic constraints. I’m confident the American people will support its government in all actions necessary to rescue these Americans from the savages in Gaza.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. October 12, 2023 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. Washington, DC 20500 Secretary Lloyd J. Austin Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 22202 Dear Mr. President and Secretary Austin, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said today that at least 14 American citizens are unaccounted for after Hamas attacked Israel last weekend. Some of these missing Americans are presumed to be hostages of the Hamas terrorists. The United States has special-operations forces specially trained in hostage rescue, and these forces are already in Israel to assist with intelligence and planning efforts. I urge you to use these elite warriors in a hands-on role to rescue the American hostages. Nothing can be taken for chance. Israel is our closest partner, but the safety of American citizens is the responsibility of the United States government. We have a duty to act, including with the use of force if necessary to save our fellow Americans. Now is the time for bo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-and-mcconnell-to-introduce-legislation-to-freeze-6-billion-payment-to-iran-immediately | Cotton and McConnell to Introduce Legislation to Freeze $6 Billion Payment to Iran Immediately | 2023-10-11 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 11, 2023 Cotton and McConnell to Introduce Legislation to Freeze $6 Billion Payment to Iran Immediately Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) today announced they will introduce and seek unanimous consent to pass legislation to block Iran from accessing the $6 billion in funds that the Biden administration released in August. “Iran is the world’s worst state sponsor of terrorism. In addition to funding Hamas’s devastating terrorist attacks against Israel, the regime’s proxies have attacked dozens of American targets in the region in recent years. The Biden administration’s decision to let Iran access the $6 billion immediately freed up other money for the regime to fund its attacks in Israel. The Biden administration should immediately re-freeze the funds,” said Senator Cotton. “The path of resources, training, and lethal weapons from Tehran to terrorists throughout the Middle East is crystal clear. On Saturday, it enabled cold-blooded killers like Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to perpetrate the deadliest day of violence against Jews in decades,” said Leader McConnell. “The civilized world must re-impose serious consequences on the regime that aids and abets murderous evil against innocent Israelis. The United States must lead that effort by our example, and freezing Iranian assets is an important first step.” Text of the bill may be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-israel | Cotton Statement on Israel | 2023-10-07 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 7, 2023 Cotton Statement on Israel Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after Hamas terrorists launched attacks against Israel: “I join Arkansans in condemning the brazen attack on Israel by Iran’s proxy, Hamas. This war is a transparent attempt by Iran to derail the peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia. The United States should provide Israel the military and diplomatic support it needs to destroy Hamas. And the Biden administration should cease all engagement with Iran.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=40FC40ED-AB93-4F54-9105-E6BC8B6FFA09 | Boozman, Thune, Colleagues Warn FCC Against Another Internet Takeover Attempt | 2023-10-06 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and John Thune (R-SD) led more than 40 of their colleagues in urging Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to abandon her proposal to reinstate failed, heavy-handed Obama-era regulations on the internet. The senators noted in a letter to Rosenworcel that, following the repeal of the Obama-era rules in 2017, all of Democrats’ fearmongering claims – most notably that Americans would get the internet one word at a time – were debunked and proven to be completely false. “Re-imposing heavy-handed, public-utility regulations on the internet would threaten the progress our country has made since 2017, and it would steer our country out of the fast lane and into a world of less competition, less choice, less investment, slower speeds, and higher prices,” wrote the senators. “Further, the FCC lacks this statutory authority over broadband internet access. Any attempt by the FCC to reinstate net neutrality regulations and the onerous rules of Title II on internet service providers will not survive judicial review. The FCC has pushed net neutrality and already lost in court – more than once – and two of President Obama’s former solicitors general have warned that reclassification by the FCC cannot survive the major questions doctrine.” In addition to Boozman and Thune, the letter was also signed by Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and U.S. Sens. John Barrasso (R-WY), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Ted Budd (R-NC), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), John Cornyn (R-TX), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), John Hoeven (R-ND), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Ron Johnson (R-WI), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Lee (R-UT), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Rand Paul (R-KY), Pete Ricketts (R-NE… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-demands-answers-about-possible-biden-deals-with-maduro-regime | Cotton Demands Answers About Possible Biden Deals with Maduro Regime | 2023-10-06 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler orJames Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 6, 2023 Cotton Demands Answers About Possible Biden Deals with Maduro Regime Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting information about his decision to deport an unknown number of illegal aliens to Venezuela. The letter notes that the Biden administration’s policies encouraged the Venezuelans to attempt to enter the United States in the first place. Additionally, Senator Cotton asked for any information about a deal President Biden may have made with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in exchange for accepting the Venezuelans back. In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “Migrants are rushing to the United States because you invited them, both by refusing to enforce the law and by literal invitation through your abuse of immigration “parole,” and a few repatriation flights will do little to repair the damage, especially while you continue allowing illegal aliens to flood into the country. Further, there is little reason to believe Venezuela agreed to your repatriation flights without getting something in return.” Text of the letter may be found here and below. October 6, 2023 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. Washington, DC 20500 Dear President Biden: I write regarding reports that your administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela’s government to deport back to Venezuela select numbers of illegal aliens at our southern border. Migrants are rushing to the United States because you invited them, both by refusing to enforce the law and by literal invitation through your abuse of immigration “parole,” and a few repatriation flights will do little to repair the damage, especially while you continue allowing illegal aliens to flood into the country. Further, there is little reason to believe Venezuela agreed to your repatriation flights without getting something in return. Please answer the following questions as soon … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=F0F1A244-365E-4402-A420-08658E224E6A | Boozman, Lankford, Tester Urge Biden Administration to Halt Unworkable Nursing Home Staffing Rule | 2023-10-05 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), James Lankford (R-OK) and Jon Tester (D-MT) led a bipartisan group of their colleagues to urge the Biden administration to rescind its proposed rule that would set minimum staffing requirements for nursing homes. In a letter to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, the senators argued that with the ongoing severe workforce shortage issues in the health care sector, now is the worst possible time to create a federal staffing mandate, citing how the overly burdensome directive would lead to additional nursing home facility closures and hurt seniors adults, their families and their communities, especially rural communities where access to care is already scarce. “We understand the importance of ensuring beneficiaries of federal health care programs have access to safe and high-quality nursing care. In fact, we share your intended goal of improving the quality of care for seniors. However, a one-size-fits-all staffing mandate significantly undermines access to care for patients, particularly in rural communities. Instead, CMS should work with Congress and stakeholders on policy alternatives that address the severe workforce challenges in our states’ underserved areas,” the senators wrote. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Jim Risch (R-ID), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Steve Daines (R-MT), Angus King (I-ME), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mike Lee (R-UT), Marco Rubio (R-FL), John Hoeven (R-ND), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Thom Tillis (R-NC), John Thune (R-SD), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) joined Boozman, Lankford and Tester in sending the letter. Read the full letter and below: Dear Administrator Brooks-LaSure: We write to express concerns regarding the Centers for Medi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=1201D516-E2B6-4FD5-8B25-5CE3777C88F5 | Boozman, Braun, Ossoff Colleagues Call on National Archives to Get Veterans Their Essential Military Records | 2023-10-04 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, along with Senators Mike Braun (R-IN), Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and 17 other colleagues are seeking answers on the backlog of veterans’ record requests from the National Archives of the United States (NARA). Service records are often required to access critical government benefits and services, so ensuring requests are completed expeditiously is of utmost importance. “We write to express our concern regarding reports of ongoing delays in constituents receiving their military service records from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). As part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (P.L. 117-263), Congress passed the Access for Veterans to Records Act. This authorized $60 million for the National Archives and Records Administration to address the records backlog and improve response times for requests from veterans for their military service records,” wrote the senators to Archivist of the United States Colleen Shogan. “While we recognize and commend NARA for the significant strides it has made to address this backlog, we must ensure all incoming requests are still met with a timely response and that this does not occur again in the future,” the senators continued. The letter was cosigned by VA Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) and Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-KS) in addition to Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), John Thune (R-SD), John Cornyn (R-TX), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Todd Young (R-IN), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Katie Britt (R-AL) and Rick Scott (R-FL). Read the full letter below: Dear Ms. Shogan: We write to express our concern regarding reports of ongoing delays in constituents receiving their military service records from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). As part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Ye… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-speaker-kevin-mccarthy | Cotton Statement on Speaker Kevin McCarthy | 2023-10-03 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 October 3, 2023 Cotton Statement on Speaker Kevin McCarthy Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the tenure of Speaker Kevin McCarthy: “I thank Kevin McCarthy for his service to our nation and the people of California. He helped win two separate Republican majorities in the House of Representatives and used those majorities to advance important conservative priorities. Kevin was the first congressman I met in my long-shot House campaign and I’m grateful for his friendship and support ever since. While I regret the foolish decision of a few Republicans to collude with Democrats to remove him from the speakership, I look forward to many more years of friendship and cooperation on behalf of the causes and the country to which Kevin has devoted his life.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=710DF85E-6211-4FB8-99E8-00D8B17791F1 | Boozman Recognized by Veteran Service Organizations for Advocacy | 2023-10-02 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a leading voice in shaping veterans’ health care and benefits policies, was recently honored for his advocacy by a pair of Veteran Service Organizations. The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) awarded Boozman its Congressional Leadership Award for his advocacy to strengthen earned support for the families of fallen servicemembers and veterans. “Senator John Boozman has been a longtime champion for Gold Star Families both in his home state of Arkansas and within the Halls of Congress. As a senior member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Senator Boozman joined Chairman Tester to re-introduce the Caring for Survivors Act of 2023. He continues to urge his Senate colleagues to pass this important legislation that will strengthen and expand DIC benefits for surviving spouses, and provide long overdue parity with other federal programs. We are proud to present Senator Boozman with the 2023 TAPS Congressional Leadership Award,” said Candace Wheeler, TAPS Director of Government and Legislative Affairs. The Blinded American Veterans Foundation also recognized Boozman for his leadership safeguarding veterans filing benefit claims with its George "Buck" Gillispie Congressional Award, honoring Members of Congress who have made significant contributions toward improving sensory-disabled veterans’ quality of life through public policy. “Senator Boozman’s bipartisan leadership efforts to safeguard veterans filing benefits with the GUARD VA Benefits Act will ensure that some of the nation’s most vulnerable veterans will have a trusted ally while filing for the benefits they have earned,” said BAV member Brian Donarski, Army (Ret). “As the son of a WWII veteran who served 23 years in the Air Force, I understand that military service is a family affair. We made a promise to veterans and their families and I’m proud to support policies to fulfill our nation’s commitment to these heroes. I look forward to continuing working with my colleagues and organizatio… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=7278C77E-4C2C-45B9-A206-547CADF9484B | Boozman Shares Service Memories of Arkansas WWII Veteran on 100th Birthday | 2023-09-29 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the service of Robert “Bob” Beaty in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series highlighting the military service of Arkansans, as Beaty celebrates his 100th birthday. Beaty was born on September 29, 1923 and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He grew up in a busy home with seven brothers and one sister. After graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy on June 2, 1941, following in the footsteps of three of his brothers who were also serving in the military. Beaty said he chose the Navy so he could travel. He rode on a train from Kansas City to Great Lakes, Illinois for basic training where he stayed for three weeks before additional training at the naval armory in Toledo, Ohio. It was there he learned morse code and flag signaling. “For visual training,” he said. “Learning how to visually communicate between ships.” While at the naval armory, Beaty contracted scarlet fever and was quarantined on a hospital ship for three weeks. He completed his training in Chicago and said the Navy let him choose whether he wanted to be stationed on the West Coast or the East Coast. He selected the West Coast so he could see his family on the way to his duty station, Treasure Island, San Francisco. Although he had never been so far from home, Beaty said the ocean and Navy life suited him well. “I just liked the ocean,” he said about his adjustment to the new environment. His first trip was as a signalman on the U.S.S. Calmar which carried mostly Coast Guard personnel and three total Navy members. “It was a Merchant Marine ship,” he said. “They were hauling war supplies to different parts of the world.” The Calmar took him all over the world, from Australia to New York. He was at sea and in foreign ports for months at a time, but in between assignments would take 30 days of leave to see his family. Beaty said the ships he was assigned to usually traveled without military escort, even though they might be carrying weapons or bombs. “I never really thought about it, traveli… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=CD4F781E-752E-4EC2-B213-3AEDD1D5CB5C | Boozman, Booker Lead Measure to Enhance Suicide Prevention Efforts for College Athletes | 2023-09-28 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) are championing enhancements to mental health services for college athletes by introducing legislation that would expand access to a federal grant aimed at campus suicide prevention. The Targeting Emotional And Mental Stability (TEAMS) Act would allow school-based initiatives supporting the mental health needs of college athletes to be eligible for the Garrett Lee Smith (GLS) Campus Suicide Prevention Grant Program. This grant targets mental health services at college students, including those at risk for suicide, depression, serious mental illness/serious emotional disturbances and/or substance use disorders that can lead to school failure. “Collegiate athletics are incredibly demanding on student-athletes and create a unique pressure unfamiliar to most of their classmates. The TEAMS Act will improve access to resources and support their mental health needs as they navigate school, sports and other aspects of life. I’m proud to lead this initiative so we can help these competitors succeed on and off the field,” Boozman said. “As a former college athlete, I know the immense stress and demands our college athletes face to excel both in sports and academics,” said Booker. “It is crucial that our college athletes have the mental health resources and care they need to succeed in all aspects of their lives on and off the field. This legislation will provide more access to mental health resources to provide the necessary support our college athletes need for their health and well-being.” There is a growing need for innovative mental health programming and services for college athletes. A National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) survey found that student-athletes continue to report elevated levels of mental health concerns, with increased rates of mental exhaustion, anxiety and feelings of being depressed. Its research also discovered that less than half of student-athletes felt comfortable seeking mental health support from professionals o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=5E0D9467-7066-4B9E-BDF8-25B44709EF93 | Arkansas, California Lawmakers Lead Efforts Recognizing Rice Stewardship Partnership Milestone | 2023-09-27 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Representatives Rick Crawford (R-AR) and Mike Thompson (D-CA) are celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Rice Stewardship Partnership with the introduction of resolutions in their respective chambers. “The Rice Stewardship Partnership supports critical research and development of innovative techniques and practices to improve production, conservation and sustainability measures. This collaboration between USA Rice and Ducks Unlimited will help Arkansas rice producers continue to provide a safe, reliable food source to help feed the world and support practices to shape waterfowl habitat so our state continues to be a destination for duck hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts,” Boozman said. “As the second-largest rice producing state, California relies on strong conservation partnerships like the USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership to address water quality and wildlife habitat on working ricelands,” said Padilla. “I am proud to lead this bipartisan resolution with Senator Boozman and Representatives Thompson and Crawford to celebrate 10 years of conservation planning and collaboration between rice producers, wildlife conservation organizations, and the USDA.” “During the winter, harvested rice fields are flooded to prevent soil erosion – creating the perfect habitat for migrating ducks who enjoy any leftover grain,” said Crawford. “The Rice Stewardship Partnership demonstrates this strong connection between agriculture and conservation. The work of Ducks Unlimited and USA Rice has helped our rice farmers carry out responsible land management and protect these important ecosystems.” “10 years ago, our country formed a partnership with Ducks Unlimited to serve as stewards and conservationists of rice lands across our nation,” said Thompson. “Proud to introduce a resolution commemorating this anniversary with Rep. Crawford and Senators Padilla and Boozman. I am focused on ensuring that the over 800,000 acres of rice a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=C2476568-DE4A-428F-B754-87454A172E44 | Boozman Welcomes Arkansan to Testify on Foreign Investment in U.S. Agriculture | 2023-09-27 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR) welcomed Harrison Pittman, director of the National Agricultural Law Center to the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry where he shared his insight on the extent of foreign investment in U.S. agriculture during a hearing on the topic. The National Agricultural Law Center, a unit of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, is the only agricultural and food law research and information center that is independent, national in scope, and directly connected to the national agricultural information network. Pittman received his Juris Doctor and LLM from the University of Arkansas Law Schools in Little Rock and Fayetteville, respectively, and has worked at the center since 2001. He is an active member of the American Agricultural Law Association and is a frequent presenter on a range of topics, including the farm bill, water law and environmental law. “Many food, environment and agriculture stakeholders depend on Harrison and his team’s work to provide accessible, dependable, and objective legal analysis. We’re all proud of the work they do,” Boozman said while introducing Pittman. In his testimony, Pittman stressed that a lot has changed since Congress passed the Agriculture Foreign Investment Disclosure Act, which gave the U.S. Department of Agriculture authority over the issue, in 1978. “Agriculture in the United States, and the world around it, has changed considerably—just in the last few years, but certainly in the last three or four decades. Land transactions have typically become more complicated. They’ve become bigger. The world of ag innovation and ag research have changed in ways that are beyond our imagination back in the late 70s. Along that thread, our national economy has become a lot more interdependent with trading partners,” Pittman said in his testimony. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=E20AE724-F090-4DDF-AF15-EA4840355F62 | Boozman Submits Arkansas Veterans’ Memories of Service in Uniform for Preservation at Library of Congress | 2023-09-26 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a longtime advocate of the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP), hand-delivered interviews of Arkansas veterans for preservation in the collection to VHP Director Monica Mohindra. Boozman submitted 14 interviews conducted by his staff with veterans of WWII, Korean and Vietnam wars as well as Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield. “The Veterans History Project is a unique collection that celebrates the service and sacrifice of the men and women who wore our nation’s uniform. We need to remember our history, and getting firsthand accounts is one of the best ways to help do that. My dad, who was a waist gunner on B-17s in World War II and served 23 years in the Air Force, didn’t often talk of his experiences during the war and I wish I had asked more about that time in his life. My office is working to make sure that other families don’t have this same regret. I’m proud to support this endeavor and submit the interviews of Arkansas veterans for the benefit of future generations,” Boozman said. In 2000, Congress established the VHP to collect and retain the oral histories of our nation’s veterans. Boozman’s staff has conducted dozens of interviews and trained more than 1,200 Arkansans to participate and spread awareness about this initiative. The senator regularly highlights the conversations in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series highlighting the memories of their time in uniform. Veterans History Project Director Monica Mohindra and Senator Boozman. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=C1D36BC5-5189-4B98-ADE4-A83C6322F684 | Boozman Leads Legislation to Address Air Traffic Controller Shortage | 2023-09-25 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) to introduce legislation maximizing air traffic controller hiring with the introduction of the Air Traffic Controllers Hiring Act of 2023. The legislation would require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to conduct maximum hiring of air traffic controllers (ATC) at the FAA Academy. The maximum hiring of ATCs is equivalent to approximately 1,800 individuals at the academy per year. Additionally, the bill text clarifies that max hiring is subject to the availability of appropriations and does not authorize specific funding levels. “The FAA must elevate its hiring practices to alleviate the shortfall of air traffic controllers. This legislation will strengthen the pipeline of FAA’s workforce and support the vibrant airline industry so passengers can reliably reach their destinations in a timely manner,” Boozman said. “Air traffic controllers work around the clock to ensure that America’s aircrafts are taking off and landing safely and on time. At a time when air traffic controller workforce is below national standards, Congress needs to do its part to help alleviate employment shortages and make sure United States aviation operations are living up to America’s gold standard for air travel,” Braun said. The bipartisan legislation is cosponsored by Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). The Air Traffic Controllers Hiring Act of 2023 is endorsed by the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, Association of Flight Attendants, Transportation Workers Union, Air Line Pilots Association, Airlines for America, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, International Association of Machinists, the National Business Aviation Association, the National Safety Council and U.S. Travel Association. “This bipartisan bill, which also was included in the version of FAA reauthorization which has passed through the U.S. House of Representatives, would put us on path to fixing staffing… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-shaheen-laud-unanimous-senate-passage-of-national-warrior-call-day | Cotton, Shaheen Laud Unanimous Senate Passage of National Warrior Call Day | 2023-09-25 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 25, 2023 Cotton, Shaheen Laud Unanimous Senate Passage of National Warrior Call Day Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-New Hampshire) announced their resolution to designate November 12, 2023, as “National Warrior Call Day” passed the Senate unanimously. The lawmakers want to emphasize forming meaningful relationships with both those currently serving and veterans. Such relationships can help fight against mental illness and the epidemic of suicide among military members. “Americans can never fully pay back those who serve in defense of America. We can, however, make sure that active military members and veterans have access to the support they need after serving to lead active and healthy lives. This bipartisan resolution will raise awareness on the importance of building relationships with those who defend our freedom,” said Senator Cotton. “Those who have taken the oath to defend our country deserve our appreciation and support long after their service ends. I’m glad the Senate passed my bipartisan resolution that, if signed into law, would designate a National Warrior Call Day to help raise awareness and strengthen the relationship between veterans and civilians,” said Senator Shaheen. Text of the resolution may be found here. Cosponsors of the legislation were Senators John Boozman (R-Arkansas), Bob Casey (D-Pennsylvania), Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts), Peter Welch (D-Vermont), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota), John Thune (R-South Dakota), Mark Kelly (D-Arizona), John Hickenlooper (D-Colorado), John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania), John Tester (D-Montana), Jackie Rosen (D-Nevada), James Risch (R-Idaho), John Hoeven (R-North Dakota), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Mississippi), Rick Scott (R-Florida), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia), Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri), Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota), Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sh… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=B596AEFD-50DC-4E47-A354-9FA04971534A | Boozman Presses VA Officials on Implementation of Suicide Prevention Program Senator Championed | 2023-09-21 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, is overseeing the implementation and execution of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) program he championed to prevent and reduce veteran suicides. Boozman authored the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, which was included in comprehensive veterans mental health legislation that was signed into law in 2020. The VA grant program leverages and supports veteran-serving nonprofits and other community networks in order to reduce and prevent veteran suicides. The first grants were awarded in September 2022. “We all know that suicide is really complex. It’s a complicated crisis. There is no single solution. We also know that if people are in the VA system, they’re less likely to commit suicide,” Boozman said in the committee hearing Wednesday. “One of the things that we’ve worked on is to make it such to capture those folks that are outside of the system, get them some help in the community and then ultimately bring them into the VA where they can get additional help.” VA officials recommended updating the way grantees ask questions to veterans so that they may have the most flexibility possible to serve those who come to their organizations for help. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=BFB26963-6D72-476D-9064-55288841C46F | Boozman, Cotton, Colleagues Urge EPA to Rescind Unattainable Air Pollution Standard | 2023-09-21 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) joined Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW) Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and other senators in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to rescind its proposed particulate matter (PM2.5) national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS). In part, the senators wrote to EPA Administrator Michael Regan: “The EPA’s proposal fails to consider several important factors that will make implementation of a lower annual standard extremely difficult, or in some cases impossible, to no measurable benefits to public health, the environment, or the economy. The EPA should not finalize a discretionary reconsideration of a PM2.5 NAAQS that is unattainable and will likely lack an accompanying, detailed implementation plan.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. September 20, 2023 Dear Administrator Regan: On December 18, 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) completed its comprehensive review and published a final decision to retain the Obama Administration’s 2013 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM). Thirty-three days later, the Biden Administration issued an executive order directing the EPA to undertake a reconsideration of that decision. On January 27, 2023, the EPA published a discretionary proposal to revise the primary annual fine particulate matter (PM2.5) standard by lowering the level from 12 µg/m3 to between 9-10 µg/m3, an up to 25-percent reduction. Additionally, the EPA sought comment on an alternative standard as low as 8 µg/m3 – as much as 33 percent lower than the current standard. According to the World Health Organization our nation enjoys some of the cleanest air in the world. The EPA’s own figures report that direct emissions of PM2.5 are down 40 percent from 1990 levels and annual ambient PM2.5 concentrations have decreased 43 percent between 2000 and 2019. Considering this progress in improving our air quality and the limited p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-boozman-colleagues-urge-epa-to-rescind-unattainable-air-pollution-standard | Cotton, Boozman, Colleagues Urge EPA to Rescind Unattainable Air Pollution Standard | 2023-09-21 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 21, 2023 Cotton, Boozman, Colleagues Urge EPA to Rescind Unattainable Air Pollution Standard Washington, D.C. — Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and John Boozman (R-Arkansas), along with 21 of their senate colleagues, sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan. The senators urged Regan to rescind the EPA’s proposed particulate matter (PM 2.5) national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS). In part, the senators wrote: “The EPA’s proposal fails to consider several important factors that will make implementation of a lower annual standard extremely difficult, or in some cases impossible, to no measurable benefits to public health, the environment, or the economy. The EPA should not finalize a discretionary reconsideration of a PM2.5 NAAQS that is unattainable and will likely lack an accompanying, detailed implementation plan.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. September 20, 2023 The Honorable Michael S. Regan Administrator US Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004 Dear Administrator Regan: On December 18, 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) completed its comprehensive review and published a final decision to retain the Obama Administration’s 2013 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM). Thirty-three days later, the Biden Administration issued an executive order directing the EPA to undertake a reconsideration of that decision. On January 27, 2023, the EPA published a discretionary proposal to revise the primary annual fine particulate matter (PM2.5) standard by lowering the level from 12 µg/m3 to between 9-10 µg/m3, an up to 25-percent reduction. Additionally, the EPA sought comment on an alternative standard as low as 8 µg/m3 – as much as 33 percent lower than the current standard. According to the World Health Organization our nation enjoys some of the cleanest air … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=4A2A3283-BEC5-4BB7-9D2B-50B10BDFAB68 | Boozman, Booker Team Up to Improve Prostate Cancer Detection | 2023-09-20 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced legislation to expand insurance coverage for prostate cancer screenings. The bipartisan Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Screening for High-risk Insured Men (HIM) Act would require private health insurance plans to cover preventive prostate cancer screenings without imposing any cost sharing requirements for men who are at high risk of developing prostate cancer. “Diagnosing prostate cancer early is imperative to successful treatment. I know from personal experience in my own family the impact this disease has on patients and their loved ones. Increasing access to early screening for at-risk men will save lives. I am proud to be a voice in Congress for all those affected, because together we can help keep prostate cancer treatable and raise needed awareness,” said Boozman. “Costs shouldn’t impose a barrier between people and lifesaving health screening services,” said Booker. “Prostate cancer is a serious health concern, especially for African-American men and men with family history of this disease as they are more likely to face diagnosis and mortality. This bipartisan legislation would make prostate cancer screenings more accessible to all high-risk men, so we can reduce health disparities and increase early detection to save lives.” Prostate cancer affects one in eight American men in their lifetime. Individuals who have at least one close family member diagnosed with the disease are at least twice as likely to be diagnosed themselves. The risk increases with each additional family member affected. Prostate cancer disproportionately affects African-American men as they are 1.8 times more likely to be diagnosed with the disease and 2.2 times more likely to die from it. Currently, the Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test is the most effective tool for detection. When detected in Stage 1 it’s almost 100 percent survivable. “Every step towards eliminating financial barriers to prostate cancer screening is a win for men and thei… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=F5D63FBE-6A31-465A-9C5D-E36C6AFAF9AC | Boozman Secures Conservation Funds for Waterfowl Habitat in St. Francis and Lee Counties | 2023-09-19 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission approved a $3 million North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) grant for the conservation and preservation of more than 2,000 acres of waterfowl habitat in St. Francis and Lee counties. “I’m proud to be a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission and champion for Arkansas’s wetlands. Duck hunting is a way of life and an economic driver in our state so we must continue making investments to preserve the unique habitat that continues attracting sportsmen from all over the world,” said Senator John Boozman (R-AR). “Duck hunting is an important part of Arkansas’s culture and economy. This grant will help make sure future generations of Arkansans and hunters from all over America can enjoy and benefit from our state’s wetlands,” said Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR). “In Arkansas, duck hunting isn’t just a well-respected sport that families often enjoy together, but a vital piece of our economy and tourism revenue. Preserving this waterfowl habitat will ensure that folks will continue to enjoy duck hunting in eastern Arkansas for generations to come,” said Representative Rick Crawford (R-AR-01). “Since its inception in 1989, NAWCA has seen unrivaled success in restoring North America’s threatened migratory bird habitats,” said Ducks Unlimited CEO Adam Putnam. “These projects not only support natural places, but they are also good for local economies, support outdoor recreation, improve our water quality, reduce erosion and protect against flooding. We thank our friends in Congress for supporting this vital program and look forward to getting this project underway in eastern Arkansas.” The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission is responsible for directing funds raised by the sale of the Duck Stamp to waterfowl habitat and hunter conservation. The commission recently approved more than $50 million in grants to support the conservation and restoration of more than 160,000 acres of wetlands and waterfowl habitat nationwide. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=58FDAE89-1C00-43C0-870F-CFC39C745725 | Boozman Honored by Wounded Warrior Project as Legislator of the Year | 2023-09-18 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) honored U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) with its 2023 Legislator of the Year award in recognition of his steadfast commitment to America’s veterans and championing legislation to improve their benefits and services. “Senator Boozman has always been there, ready to meet with veterans and address their most pressing needs,” said Jose Ramos, vice president of government and community relations for WWP. “He is an outstanding champion of wounded warriors and the entire veteran community, and we’re so honored to be able to recognize him with our Legislator of the Year award for 2023.” “Wounded Warrior Project has been a tireless advocate for veterans and their families, and it has been an honor to work together to strengthen benefits and services these heroes earned. I’m proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish. I look forward to continuing our productive collaboration to ensure our nation fulfills the promise made to those who have worn America’s uniform,” Boozman said. In addition to recognizing Boozman’s advocacy for passing legislation enhancing breast cancer screenings for at-risk former servicemembers, making it easier for veterans with service-related conditions to receive the clothing allowance benefit they earned as well as enhancing support for survivors of military sexual trauma, WWP applauded the senator’s leadership in successfully delivering landmark legislation expanding care and benefits for toxic-exposed veterans and their families to the president’s desk. “The PACT Act has been one of WWP’s key legislative priorities for years, and the bill faced significant hurdles in the Senate,” Ramos said. “Senator Boozman was with the veteran community every step of the way, and he deserves so much credit for the bill being signed into law.” WWP CEO Mike Linnington and Jose Ramos, Vice President of Government and Community Relations, presented Sen. Boozman with the Legislator of the Year award Thursday, September 14. As a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Aff… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=E3137C33-DF2F-4A83-93F2-0CE650156E3C | Boozman, Colleagues Call on VA to Protect Veterans Filing Benefits Claims | 2023-09-18 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, joined Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT) and Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Reps. Chris Pappas (D-NH) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) in calling on the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to enforce all existing protections for veterans filing initial claims for disability benefits and request any additional tools it needs to hold bad actors accountable for scamming veterans. “With the PACT Actproviding the largest expansion of veterans’ benefits in decades, veterans are increasingly becoming the targets of predatory, quasi-legal claims consultants,” lawmakers wrote in a letter to VA Secretary Denis McDonough.“The department must exercise every enforcement tool at its disposal and request those it needs to better protect veterans from bad actors looking to take advantage of them.” Current law prohibits individuals and businesses from assisting a veteran in the preparation, presentation or prosecution of a VA claim unless they are accredited through VA. Additionally, fees for assistance may only be charged after VA makes a decision on an initial claim and all fees can only be calculated based on a veteran’s retroactive benefits. However, VA and other federal agencies are limited in their ability to enforce the law because criminal penalties were eliminated from the statute nearly 20 years ago. The VA has asked Congress to reinstate criminal penalties. The Boozman-authored GUARD VA Benefits Act would reinstate those criminal penalties for unaccredited claim representatives charging veterans unauthorized fees while helping file their VA claims. “Our mission is to protect veterans and ensure they are not paying unqualified individuals to receive their benefits. As co-sponsors of theGUARD VA Benefits Actto reinstate criminal penalties, we believe VA must enforce the law and protect veterans from unaccredited individuals looking at veterans as a payday. Veterans shouldn’t have to turn to outside c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-no-iranian-agent-released-in-ransom-deal-should-stay-in-america | Cotton: No Iranian Agent Released in Ransom Deal Should Stay in America | 2023-09-18 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 18, 2023 Cotton: No Iranian Agent Released in Ransom Deal Should Stay in America Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter today to Secretary of State Antony Blinken requesting information about the Biden administration’s $6 billion payment to Iran, as well as the release of five Iranian agents. The letter notes that at least two of the Iranian agents reportedly plan to stay in the United States and urges Secretary Blinken to reverse the deal. Failing that, the secretary should ensure no Iranian agents remain in America. Text of the letter may be found here and below. September 18, 2023 The Honorable Antony Blinken Secretary U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20520 Dear Secretary Blinken, On the 22nd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, you approved a $6 billion ransom payment to Iran, as well as the release of five Iranian agents. According to public news reports, your deal will also allow at least two of those Iranian agents to remain in the United States. One of them, Kaveh Afrasiabi, had been arrested for his work as an unregistered Iranian government operative and lobbied American officials on issues as sensitive as nuclear policy. It seems clear where his loyalties lie. You should reverse your September 11 deal, which encourages Iran to take more hostages and gifts the regime billions of dollars. If the deal isn’t reversed, you should at a minimum remove all Iranian agents from American soil. Please answer the following questions no later than 5:00PM on Friday, September 22, 2023: (1) Please provide the full details of the Biden administration’s September 11 agreement with Iran relating to prisoners, including any side-deals or related agreements. (2) Are the Iranian agents reportedly planning to remain in the United States deportable under our immigration laws? Why or why not? (3) What plan does the Biden administration have in place to monitor the ac… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-wicker-collins-graham-not-sending-atacms-to-ukraine-will-only-prolong-the-war | Cotton, Wicker, Collins, Graham: Not Sending ATACMS to Ukraine Will Only Prolong the War | 2023-09-16 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler orJames Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 16, 2023 Cotton, Wicker, Collins, Graham: Not Sending ATACMS to Ukraine Will Only Prolong the War Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), sent a letter today to President Joe Biden, urging him to send MGM-140 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to the Ukrainian military to use in its war against Russia. Ukrainian officials have long expressed their military’s need for the missile systems. The letter also notes that the Senate Armed Services Committee unanimously approved the Department of Defense sending long-range missiles to Ukraine. In part, the senators wrote: “The U.S. is fully capable of providing these weapons without any appreciable risk to its own combat capability. Ukraine has significantly degraded Russian combat power and only requires a small portion of our stockpiled ATACMS. Further, the U.S. has the capability to produce hundreds of ATACMS and Precision Strike Missiles a year and replenish its inventory in the near term.” Full letter of the text may be found here and below. September 16, 2023 President Joseph R. Biden The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20500 Dear President Biden: We write to urge you to immediately send MGM-140 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to Ukraine. Additional delay will only further undermine U.S. national security interests and extend this conflict. For many months, Ukrainian officials have stated the need for ATACMS to fill a critical gap in long-range fires capability. Providing ATACMS would enable Ukraine to strike key Russian logistics and communications targets as well as cruise missile and drone launch sites within Russian-occupied Ukraine. In particular, the longer-range unitary warhead variant of ATACMS should be sent without delay. The recent Ukrainian strike on Sevastopol naval port using the British Sto… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=519E3534-39C8-43F5-B84D-BF1DE0F71C86 | Boozman, Padilla Partner to Push Creation of Disaster Recovery and Resilience Office | 2023-09-15 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Alex Padilla (D-CA) introduced legislation to formalize the Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) role in economic recovery efforts within communities impacted by natural disasters. The Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience Act would create an entity to expedite deployment of resources and improve service delivery to affected communities. “Arkansans are unfortunately very familiar with the devastation caused by natural disasters. The EDA’s leadership is crucial to the recovery and resilience of communities during these challenging circumstances. Clearly defining the EDA’s role will help improve the federal response and long-term economic outcome,” Boozman said. “Economic recovery and revitalization are crucial elements of post-disaster assistance,” said Padilla. “Even with federal assistance to rebuild damaged roads, bridges, and homes, communities can remain impacted for decades after a natural disaster. As extreme weather events become more frequent across the country, disaster recovery activities are increasingly critical to EDA’s mission of promoting more resilient economies. We must formalize EDA’s role in post-disaster assistance to better help communities prepare for, mitigate, and recover from the negative economic impacts of natural disasters.” The legislation is endorsed by the National Association of Development Organizations, the National Association of Counties, and the International Economic Development Council. “The creation of an Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience within the U.S. Economic Development Administration would not only help strengthen communities’ disaster readiness planning efforts, but would also help enhance the impacts of EDA’s disaster mitigation investments. This exciting legislation will help bolster the important role that EDA plays in supporting long-term community economic recovery,” said Joe McKinney, Executive Director, National Association of Development Organizations. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=CC304523-C026-4E69-B910-D98715334C8B | Boozman, Senate Veterans Affairs Committee Leaders Fight to Preserve Rural Veterans’ Access to Lifesaving Emergency Medical Transportation | 2023-09-14 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-MT), Ranking Member Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) in introducing legislation to protect rural veterans’ access to quality, lifesaving emergency medical care and transport. The VA Emergency Transportation Access Act would prevent the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from reducing rates of pay and reimbursement for special mode transportation providers, including ground and air ambulances, unless VA meets certain requirements that ensure rate changes will not reduce veterans’ access to this essential service. Rate reductions below the actual cost of these emergency transports, without proper safeguards in place, would have catastrophic impacts if providers are forced to reduce services and even close access points due to an inability to absorb those costs. “The VA must take into account the consequences its reimbursement proposal for emergency transports will have on veterans’ access to health care,” said Boozman. “Our bipartisan bill would protect access to emergency services for these heroes no matter where they live, ensuring this critical resource continues operating. I’m proud to champion this effort to help fulfill the promise made to America’s men and women who served in uniform.” “In rural states like Montana, emergency air and ground transportation is a lifeline for veterans who can easily find themselves a long way from a hospital when a medical emergency happens,” said Tester. “Our bipartisan bill will ensure veterans can continue to access the timely, lifesaving emergency services they have earned, and that local emergency transportation providers are fairly reimbursed for their service to these heroes.” “It is critical that VA continues to provide fair reimbursements for emergency transportation services so veterans, particularly those in rural areas, have no barriers standing between them and the health care they need,” said Moran. “VA’s recent rule making threaten… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=930F8415-678B-470A-8ECF-1B9186859F31 | Boozman, Peters Lead Legislation to Strengthen Oversight and Quality of Care at VA | 2023-09-13 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, continues to push for improvements to oversight and accountability practices at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers. Boozman and Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) introduced the VA Peer Review Neutrality Act to ensure neutrality and accountability of the VA’s peer review process and guarantee medical centers have the senior leadership in place to provide oversight veterans deserve. “Veterans have earned access to high quality health care. Our bipartisan bill is an important step to strengthening oversight at VA medical centers and ensuring the delivery of care meets the standards they deserve. I will continue advocating measures that guarantee leadership at these facilities is in place to sufficiently supervise and direct their work so we can assure veterans they will not be victims of negligence or malfeasance,” Boozman said. “I was appalled to learn of the misconduct and blatant failure from leadership at the Detroit VA Medical Center. Our nation’s veterans deserve nothing but the best quality health care and support,” said Peters. “I’m leading this bipartisan bill to make sure something like this never, ever happens again by putting in place commonsense measures to ensure VA peer reviews are conducted impartially and by the book.” This legislation would require peer reviewers to withdraw from the case where they have direct involvement or a conflict of interest and have a Peer Review Committee at another VA facility evaluate the findings. The legislation also incorporates Boozman’s VACANT Act to prevent the prolonged absence of an active VA medical center director by requiring the VA Secretary to ensure a plan is in place to fill vacant positions within 180 days of a director’s detailing to a different position within the department. The Fayetteville VA Medical Center had been without a permanent director for nearly two years until a new director was hired in January 2023. The VA Peer Revie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-romney-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-raise-minimum-wage-and-stop-employment-of-illegal-immigrants | Cotton, Romney, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Raise Minimum Wage and Stop Employment of Illegal Immigrants | 2023-09-13 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 13, 2023 Cotton, Romney, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Raise Minimum Wage and Stop Employment of Illegal Immigrants Washington, D.C. — Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Mitt Romney (R-Utah) today introduced the Higher Wages for American Workers Act, a bill that would gradually raise the federal minimum wage to $11 by 2028 and mandate E-Verify to ensure the wage increase only goes to legal workers. The bill will also index future minimum wage increases to inflation and includes protections for small businesses. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia), Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) are co-sponsors of the legislation. Bill text may be found here. “American workers today compete against millions of illegal immigrants for too few jobs with wages that are too low—that’s unfair. Ending the black market for illegal labor will open up jobs for Americans. Raising the minimum wage will allow Americans filling those jobs to better support their families. Our bill does both,” said Senator Cotton. “Despite rising costs of living, the federal minimum wage has not been increased in more than a decade, which has left millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet. Our proposal would raise wages for millions of workers without risking jobs, and tether the wage to inflation to ensure it keeps up with rising costs. Additionally, requiring employers to use E-Verify would ensure that the wage increase goes to legal workers, which would protect American jobs and eliminate a key driver of illegal immigration,” said Senator Romney. Background: Gradually raises the federal minimum wage to $11 over four years, and then indexes it to inflation every two years moving forward. Creates a slower phase-in for small businesses with fewer than 20 employees. Mandates E-Verify for all employers, phasing in implementation over 18 months to allow small businesses additional time to comply. Ra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-condemns-bidens-ransom-payment-to-iran | Cotton Condemns Biden’s “Ransom Payment” to Iran | 2023-09-11 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 11, 2023 Cotton Condemns Biden’s “Ransom Payment” to Iran Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the Biden administration approved the transfer of $6 billion to Iran in exchange for the release of five American citizens: “First Joe Biden used 9/11 as an excuse to flee Afghanistan. Now he desecrates this day by paying ransom to the world’s worst state sponsor of terrorism. Shameful.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-the-22nd-anniversary-of-9/11 | Cotton Statement on the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 | 2023-09-11 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 11, 2023 Cotton Statement on the 22nd Anniversary of 9/11 Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the 22nd anniversary of the September 11th attacks: “Today, we remember the 3,000 Americans murdered on 9/11/2001. We also honor the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the brave veterans who fought to avenge their deaths over the years. We have rebuilt what those terrorists destroyed, and we have killed or captured the leaders they served. Al Qaeda sought to break America, but it failed; America endures and al Qaeda retreats. We will never forget those we lost, and we will remain vigilant that it never happens again.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=C4D68CFB-10D7-4DC4-A896-9B4CB78B648A | Boozman Calls for Agriculture PFAS Liability Protections | 2023-09-08 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, is fighting to deliver certainty to the agriculture community as Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rulemaking threatens the industry. In August 2022, the EPA proposed a rule to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) compounds as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)which would subject any entity with PFAS contamination to potential CERCLA liability from the EPA and third parties. We must “protect farmers, ranchers and water utilities not directly responsible for PFAS contamination from being potentially held liable by the EPA or subject to sweeping private legal action that could wreak havoc on their ability to operate,” Boozman said in a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing Thursday. Boozman is working to ensure farmers, ranchers and rural communities are not held liable under EPA’s misguided rulemaking. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-dods-using-themself-in-military-awards-shows-misplaced-priorities | Cotton: DoD’s Using “Themself” in Military Awards Shows Misplaced Priorities | 2023-09-08 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 September 8, 2023 Cotton: DoD’s Using “Themself” in Military Awards Shows Misplaced Priorities Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin criticizing the Department of Defense’s (DoD) decision to use “gender neutral” language in decoration and award citations. Specifically, DoD will incorporate “themself” instead of “himself” or “herself.” In part, Senator Cotton wrote: “The Department’s embrace of far-left gender ideology doesn’t merely subvert the English language in ways that would astonish George Orwell. Worse, it exemplifies a Pentagon leadership consumed by the fads of the faculty lounge at a time when the Army can’t hit its recruiting goals, the Navy can’t keep ships out of dry dock, and the Air Force can’t find spare parts for planes.” Full text of the letter may be found here and below. September 8, 2023 Secretary Lloyd J. Austin Department of Defense 1000 Defense Pentagon Washington, DC 22202 Dear Mr.[1] Secretary, I write regarding the Department’s decision to incorporate “gender neutral” language into decoration and award citations. Our military apparently will now use “themself”—which is not even a word, I hasten to add—instead of “himself” or “herself” to describe heroic or distinguished actions. Here is the absurd model language: “(Rank) First M. Last, Jr., United States (Military Service), distinguished themself by superior meritorious service in a position of significant responsibility as (position and duty assignment), from (month year) to (month year).” The previous guidance simply referred to servicemembers as “himself or herself.” And, I want to stress, this language isn’t referring to unspecified personnel in the abstract or large numbers of troops—it refers to a specific, named person whose “preferred gender” is presumably known. On a related matter, by the way, the Secretary of the Army apparently disagrees with this gender-neutral … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=B3FB96A9-1925-430C-BF89-5B371AE58551 | Arkansas Delegation Supports Governor’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration | 2023-08-25 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON— U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton—along with Congressmen Rick Crawford, French Hill, Steve Womack and Bruce Westerman—wrote to President Joe Biden urging him to support Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ request for a major disaster declaration for Arkansas, Faulkner, Lonoke, Mississippi, Poinsett, Pope and Pulaski Counties due to severe storms, tornadoes and straight-line winds on June 25, 2023. “The resourcefulness and resilience of Arkansans in recent months have been impressive; however, as losses mount, the people of our great state hope the federal government will join in these restoration efforts,” members wrote in the letter. The letter can be found here and below: Dear Mr. President, On behalf of the State of Arkansas, we are writing to support Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ request to declare a major disaster, pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief Act, as a result of severe storms, tornadoes, and straight-line winds that occurred on June 25, 2023. As Governor Sanders noted in her request, these storms created enormous amounts of debris, extensive power outages and resulted in the tragic death of two citizens. Thunderstorm activity produced up to grapefruit-sized hail; 60-100 mile per hour wind gusts across Arkansas, Faulkner, Lonoke, Mississippi, Poinsett, and Pulaski Counties; and tornados in Pope and Pulaski Counties. Multiple counties reported widespread power outages, downed trees, and damage to homes. In the aftermath of the storms, many counties were left without power for days, with the heat index in the state reaching up to 115°F in some areas affected. Based on preliminary damage assessments conducted by FEMA, an estimated $3,736,719 is needed to cover the cost of temporary housing, repairs, and replacement housing, as well as provide for other needs required by citizens of the seven counties mentioned above. The impact on local jurisdictions is staggering and cannot be overlooked. Due to this, we believe the severe magnitude of these weather even… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=8779A811-3272-4DC4-9E7C-C78D2F4BF877 | Boozman Shares Service Memories of Natural State Army Veteran | 2023-08-22 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON– U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the service and sacrifice of Ronald Madsen in ‘Salute to Veterans,’ a series recognizing the military service of Arkansans. Madsen grew up in Minnesota. His family had no history of military service so he didn’t know how they would react when he was drafted. “They probably weren’t happy about me getting drafted, but I was working with my dad at the time and what needed to be done I had to do,” he said. His parents drove him to Minneapolis to take his oath of enlistment at the armory before boarding a bus to begin his basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri in 1953. Madsen was in good physical condition and knew how to use weapons from hunting back home, so there was some familiarity. He recollected being in a movie theater when the film was interrupted to announce the end of the Korean War. Although the war was ending, he continued training at Fort Belvoir, Virginia for two months of schooling in heating and ventilation. He was assigned to Fort Lewis, Washington before leaving for Japan the day after Thanksgiving. Madsen said his ship was filled with servicemembers along with women and children whose husbands and fathers were stationed in Japan. He was on guard duty on the deck one afternoon and had quite the surprise. “A flying fish came up and landed on the deck. The crew had never seen that before,” he laughed. When Madsen first landed in Japan, he went to Camp Drake where he stayed until Christmas. Then he continued south to Busan, South Korea where he was stationed for 16 months. He was assigned to a construction engineer battalion where he and his fellow soldiers were tasked with projects including outdoor construction building water towers and digging ditches. He recalled converting an old building constructed by the Japanese into a new hospital. Madsen said he was able to use a lot of the skills he had gained from his two months in school. However, after only six months with the construction group, he was reassigned to the mess hall. “… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-passing-ofkeithstokes | Cotton Statement on Passing of Keith Stokes | 2023-08-19 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: James Arnold or Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 August 19, 2023 Cotton Statement on Passing of Keith Stokes Little Rock, AR — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after Keith Stokes, a longtime staff member and trusted advisor, passed away this week: “Our state, its farmers, ranchers, and foresters, and our Senate office had no better friend and champion than Keith Stokes. Everyone who knew Keith will miss him dearly. Anna and I join Arkansans in prayer that God brings comfort to his family in this hour of grief.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-statement-on-bidens-ransom-to-iran | Cotton Statement on Biden’s “Ransom” to Iran | 2023-08-10 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: James Arnold or Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353 August 10, 2023 Cotton Statement on Biden’s “Ransom” to Iran Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after reports of an intended prisoner swap and ransom paid to Iran in exchange for captive Americans: “While we always welcome the release of American hostages—if they are in fact released after President Biden pays Iran $6 billion in ransom—this craven act of appeasement will only embolden the ayatollahs to take more hostages and use these ill-gotten gains to attack our troops, fund terrorism, and arm Russia. This cycle will continue until President Biden stops dancing to Iran’s tune and starts responding firmly and decisively to their aggression.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-rubio-americas-enemies-should-not-be-allowed-to-buy-forbes | Cotton, Rubio: America’s Enemies Should Not Be Allowed to Buy Forbes | 2023-08-09 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 August 9, 2023 Cotton, Rubio: America’s Enemies Should Not Be Allowed to Buy Forbes Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter today with Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, urging her to review an acquisition where companies with ties to the Chinese and Russian governments would take control and own Forbes. The senators warn Secretary Yellen of the threats to America’s security the acquisition poses and note that the Chinese Communist Party has previously attempted to buy Forbes. In part, the senators wrote: “The implications of allowing entities close to the Russian government and the CCP to own and operate an influential American media outlet are grave. Forbes reportedly holds a significant market share among younger Americans, with tens of millions of monthly users. This puts Forbes in a unique position to collect and store sensitive personal data on these populations and influence their opinions. Further, foreign powers could use Forbes' wide reach to influence voters during close elections.” Text of the letter may be found here and below. August 9, 2023 The Honorable Janet L. Yellen Secretary U.S. Department of the Treasury 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20220 We write concerning the proposed acquisition of Forbes by entities with commercial and investment ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the Russian government. As Treasury Secretary and Chair of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), we urge you to conduct a review and take appropriate action to protect America’s national security. The implications of allowing entities close to the Russian government and the CCP to own and operate an influential American media outlet are grave. Forbes reportedly holds a significant market share among younger Americans, with tens of millions of monthly users. This puts Forbes in a unique position to collect and store sensitive… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=F2D72085-2635-441E-A052-EC0EBCE76736 | Boozman Congratulates Summer Interns on Service to Arkansas | 2023-08-04 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) recognized the efforts of students who served Arkansans as interns in his Washington, D.C. and state offices this summer. “I appreciate the dedication of these Arkansans in their service to our state this summer. Their motivation and passion have been evident as they worked tirelessly with my staff to provide constituents with the services and help they need. From the state to the nation’s capital, they have truly made the most of this opportunity and proved Arkansas has a bright future thanks to their interest in public service,” Boozman said. Kendall Webb, Blake Bradshaw, Rebecca Brown, Trey Nichols, Sam Woodhouse, John Reagan Hiland, Jackson Renfro and Colin Keady completed a five-week internship in Senator Boozman’s Washington office. Constituent relations were their primary duty. Additionally, they assisted the legislative and communications teams with various aspects of their work. Each intern was also afforded the opportunity to shadow the senator giving them rare insight into the inner workings of the U.S. Senate. Jake Strawn and Kyleigh Threlkeld served as interns in Boozman’s state offices. Kendall Webb is a Central Arkansas native. In 2020, she graduated from Lakeside High School in Hot Springs. She is a rising senior at Mercer University, where she is studying history and journalism. After graduation, Webb plans to pursue a graduate degree to advance her interest in public service. Blake Bradshaw graduated from the University of Central Arkansas with a degree in political science. He is currently a student at Mississippi College School of Law, focusing on tax and corporate law. Bradshaw is originally from White Hall and graduated from White Hall High School in 2016. Becca Brown is a rising senior at the University of Arkansas where she is pursuing a degree in political science and legal studies. Brown worked on projects involving homeland security and foreign policy during her internship and hopes to work on Capitol Hill after graduation. Trey Nicho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=059BDF56-2541-482B-A330-AF8A063B66D6 | Springdale Teen Serves as Senate Page | 2023-08-03 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON –– Nora Shitandi is familiar with the halls of Har-Ber High School and this summer she learned to navigate the corridors of the U.S. Capitol as a Senate Page. Shitandi served as one of 48 Senate Pages who prepared the Senate chamber for the day’s business by distributing documents to senators’ desks, assisting in the cloakrooms, supporting chamber staff, and – when Congress is in session – sitting near the dais waiting to help members delivering remarks or casting votes. “I was honored to be chosen as a Senate Page, and I was proud to represent Arkansas in Washington, D.C. My experience surpassed my expectations, as every day on the job felt surreal. I was able to see legislators debating and passing bills while aiding the functions of the Senate, and that is an experience I will never forget,” Shitandi said. The 17-year-old rising senior from Springdale earned her appointment to the position from U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR). “I’m proud of the work Nora did to support the Senate. She had a front-row seat to a unique lesson on American government that I am hopeful will encourage a lifetime of civic engagement. Arkansans can be proud to have been represented by her in this prestigious program,” Boozman said. Shitandi is an accomplished student who will be serving as senior class president and debate captain this school year. She is active in many other extracurricular activities including mock trial where she is an award-winning participant. She is also involved in Model United Nations, Congressional Debate and Arkansas Student Congress where she earned an award for best delegate. Nora is the daughter of Eva Ouma and Jeremi Summerhill. The Senate Page program started in 1829 when Senator Daniel Webster appointed the first Senate Page. Today, the program is a unique, highly selective opportunity for high school juniors with a strong academic standing to learn firsthand about the institution often referred to as “the world’s greatest deliberative body.” Senate Page Nora Shitandi and Senator Jo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=48A1FA13-17A1-4664-B628-401D79F84659 | Boozman, GOP Colleagues Call on EPA to Withdraw Harmful Power Plant Regulations | 2023-08-02 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and 36 of their colleagues in calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw its latest set of proposed power plant regulations that will force the closure of coal and gas-fired power plants. “In direct conflict with West Virginia v. EPA, this proposal requires generation shifting from fossil-fuel power to other types of energy. While the Agency falsely claims this does not run afoul of the Supreme Court’s decision, it is undeniable the proposal would require generation shifting that the Court has definitively found Congress has never granted EPA the authority to require under the Clean Air Act,” the senators wrote in a letter to EPA Administrator Michael Regan. Cosigners of the letter include U.S. Senators John Thune (R-SD), John Barrasso (R-WY), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Steve Daines (R-MT), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mike Braun (R-IN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Ted Budd (R-NC), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), John Hoeven (R-ND), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Lee (R-UT), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Jim Risch (R-ID), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tim Scott (R-SC), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), J.D. Vance (R-OH), Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Todd Young (R-IN). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=E05707EC-1C87-4F99-A000-42628C6D4CFC | Boozman, Rosen Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Establish National Advisory Commission on Long-Term Care Services | 2023-08-02 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) introduced the bipartisan Supporting Our Seniors Act to create a National Advisory Commission on long-term care services for seniors and individuals in need of support for activities of daily living. The commission would assess and provide regular reporting to Congress on service delivery, financing, workforce adequacy, and other issues related to long-term care in order to help increase access to affordable care services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. “Americans are living longer and their health care needs will continue to evolve,” said Boozman. “Establishing a national advisory commission will help us better prepare for future challenges in regards to coordinating services, training a workforce to meet seniors’ and individuals’ with disabilities needs as well as providing information and options to empower them and their caregivers with the resources available. I’m pleased to join Senator Rosen in leading this bipartisan initiative.” “Having cared for my aging parents, I know how important access to affordable, quality care and support services can be for families and their loved ones,” said Rosen. “Our bipartisan legislation would help to increase access to long-term care by creating a commission to examine the challenges and needs in care services. This legislation will help provide invaluable information to Congress so that we can develop better solutions to ensure seniors have access to the care and support that they deserve.” “Affordable long-term care services for seniors and other individuals is paramount to a strong healthcare system,” said Michelle Webb, DNP, RN, CHPCA, President of the Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association, and Ginger Marshall, MSN, ACNP-BC, ACHPN, FPCN, CEO of the Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association. “Creating a Commission on Long Term Care is just the first step in ensuring seniors have access to the care they need. The importance of including individuals with experience in Palliative Car… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/08/02/2023/cotton-accepting-service-academy-nominations | Cotton Accepting Service Academy Nominations | 2023-08-02 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 August 2, 2023 Cotton Accepting Service Academy Nominations Washington, D.C.– Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) announced today that he is accepting applications for service academy nominations. To be considered for a nomination, applicants must submit by Wednesday, November 1, 2023. "Students who attend U.S. service academies and go on to serve their country in uniform are the pride of Arkansas, and I encourage each young Arkansan with a sincere interest to apply," Senator Cotton said. Interested students can find the application, along with information on eligibility and other requirements, here. Please contact Nicole Millar (501) 223-9081 for any additional questions. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=60420F33-FA03-43E9-A50F-9CB1A014A7D3 | Boozman, Cardin Partner to Ensure Veterans and Servicemembers Receive Home Loan Benefit Information | 2023-08-01 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced legislation to increase awareness and utilization of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan benefits. VA home loans offer lower down payments, interest rates and closing costs, likely saving veterans thousands of dollars over the life of the loan. The VA Loan Informed Disclosure (VALID) Act of 2023 would provide potential homebuyers a comprehensive picture of veterans’ financing options through a side-by-side comparison of conventional, Federal Housing Administration and VA home loans. This legislation will help veterans make more informed choices about their financing options and potentially increase the utilization of VA home loans, which only up to 15 percent of veterans report using currently. “We can help fulfill the dream of homeownership by informing veterans about the benefits they have earned. VA’s home loans are underutilized, but this bipartisan legislation will provide the men and women who served in uniform another opportunity to learn about resources available to them to save money and meet the needs of their families,” said Boozman, a senior member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. “Buying a home often is the most expensive purchase an individual makes in their lifetime. For our veterans and servicemembers who have earned these benefits through service to our nation, we need to make it easier for them to learn about and access the savings they deserve.” said Cardin. “Far too many of our veterans are missing out on tens of thousands of dollars of savings; we aim to change that by making the disclosures and comparisons clear and upfront,” The legislation is supported by the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP). “As part of its ongoing commitment to veterans, VAREP applauds Senators Ben Cardin and John Boozman for support of expansion of legislation to include VA loans in the Informed Consumer Choice Disclosure, addressing a key informational gap. This change will empower veterans … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=79EC6220-C362-453F-9C0F-257F897005DA | Boozman Recognizes August as National Catfish Month | 2023-08-01 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is joining senators from America’s leading catfish producing states to designate August 2023 as National Catfish Month. The resolution recognizes the importance of U.S. catfish to our economy and praises catfish farmers and workers for their contributions to the industry. Arkansas ranks as third-largest catfish producing state. “Arkansas, our nation’s birthplace of warm water aquaculture, remains a proud leader in the catfish industry,” Boozman said. “The research conducted in Arkansas continues to advance new and innovative strategies to support our producers nationwide. Our family-owned operations do a tremendous job raising catfish that consumers crave. I’m proud to join my colleagues to mark National Catfish Month and celebrate the entire industry.” Senators Tom Cotton (R-AR), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Rev. Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Ted Cruz (R-TX), John Kennedy (R-LA), Katie Britt (R-AL), Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Mike Braun (R-IN) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) joined Boozman in introducing the resolution. “Mississippi is recognized across the country for our farm-raised catfish production, which helps provide American families with a fresh, local, and delicious source of fish,” Wicker said. “Designating the month of August as National Catfish Month would recognize catfish producers for their work to support this industry that contributes almost $2 billion to our national economy.” “The catfish industry contributes nearly $2 billion to our economy and employs thousands of people across the country,” Tillis said. “North Carolina is one of a few states home to farm-raised catfish, and I am proud to work with my colleagues to recognize August as National Catfish Month to honor all the workers that provide catfish for people across our country and the world.” “Nearly 33 percent of all catfish produced in the United States comes from right here in sweet home Alabama. Catfish is a vital part of our state’s economy, and I will … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:31:44Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cotton-colleagues-recognize-august-as-national-catfish-month | Cotton, Colleagues Recognize August as National Catfish Month | 2023-08-01 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 August 1, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Recognize August as National Catfish Month Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with eleven of his colleagues, introduced a resolution that would establish August as National Catfish Month. The resolution recognizes the contribution of catfish to the American economy and commends catfish farmers and workers. “With Arkansas producing the third-most catfish in America, I’m proud to introduce this resolution recognizing August as National Catfish Month. We should celebrate this American classic that is important to both Arkansas and our country’s economy,” said Senator Cotton. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi), John Boozman (R-Arkansas), Mike Braun (R-Indiana), Katie Britt (R-Alabama), Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Mississippi), John Kennedy (R-Louisiana), Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina), Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama), and Raphael Warnock (R-Georgia) co-sponsored the resolution. Resolution text may be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=A7481A54-9C4B-4768-B1C6-972B27E19898 | Senate Approves Permanent Electronic Duck Stamp | 2023-07-31 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously advanced legislation led by U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) and Angus King (I-ME) to authorize an electronic stamp for use through the entirety of a waterfowl hunting season. The bipartisan Duck Stamp Modernization Act of 2023 will allow hunters immediate access to an electronic duck stamp via their smart phone to meet the requirement that they purchase a Federal Duck Stamp and carry it while in the field. “This is an important step to improving access to Arkansas’s world-class duck hunting. This legislation incorporates technology in an easy-to-use manner for hunters to comply with license requirements while supporting conservation efforts. I’m proud the Senate has advanced this legislation and I look forward to swift consideration in the House of Representatives so we can get it to the president’s desk to be signed into law,” said Boozman, a member of the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, which invests federal funds generated by the Duck Stamp in wetland preservation. “As Co-Chair of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and as an avid sportsman myself, I know firsthand how important our hunting and fishing culture is to who we are as West Virginians and Americans,” said Manchin. “I’m proud the Senate passed our bipartisan legislation to authorize a simple, electronic duck stamp that hunters in West Virginia and across the country can use for the entire waterfowl season. I will continue to work with my House colleagues to bring this commonsense bill to the president’s desk and expand access to enjoying duck hunting and the great outdoors.” "Growing up, some of my best memories were out hunting with my dad,” Marshall said. “I think about how much the world has changed since those days, and it's a no-brainer to me that we would need to update and modernize our processes to keep up with the 21st century. The important part of this is that the traditions live on, and now, this bipartisan legislation makes it easier … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:25:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=BBE19A87-7E7E-44EE-ADB7-DFF81CC1CA37 | Senate Passes Boozman, Durbin, Shaheen, Coons, Cassidy Bill to Increase U.S. Exports to Africa and Latin America in NDAA | 2023-07-28 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chris Coons (D-DE) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) applauded Senate passage of their bipartisan legislation to improve America’s competitiveness throughout the African continent and in Latin America and the Caribbean. Included in the Senate version of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the Increasing American Jobs through Greater Exports to Africa Act will force better coordination between U.S. government agencies and departments, establish comprehensive strategic goals, and marshal private investments to expand U.S. exports to Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, serving America’s own economic benefit while simultaneously combating the Chinese Communist Party’s push to exert more authority in these regions. The measure will help create American jobs by requiring a whole-of-government strategy to increase the number of U.S. exports to Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean by at least 200 percent in real dollar value within 10 years of enactment of the law. “Our national security only benefits from fostering an effective trade strategy with African and Latin American nations, particularly at a time when China is going to great lengths to expand its self-serving influence and undermine U.S. strategic partnerships. I’m pleased our comprehensive approach to counter this nefarious behavior and increase the flow of American products and ideals are being included as part of our country’s defense policy and I look forward to further progress on this important issue,” Boozman said. “Despite the strong demand for American products, our global competitors, particularly China, have been busy building markets on the African continent and with our neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean. We cannot let the U.S. get left behind,” Durbin said. “I’m encouraged by the Senate’s move to pass our bipartisan bill as a provision in the NDAA. Once enacted, it will help Amer… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:25:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=D0B0AAC5-EF57-448C-88D9-704CEEA65CE0 | Boozman Applauds Senate Passage of Defense Bill | 2023-07-28 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) welcomed bipartisan Senate passage of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that invests in America’s military, achieves national security priorities and strengthens support and services for U.S. servicemembers and their families. Boozman voted in favor of the legislation on the Senate floor, which passed by a vote of 86 to 11. “I’m pleased we advanced this vital legislation that ensures our Armed Forces are modernized and capable of deterring threats from adversaries like China or even at our own vulnerable borders,” Boozman said. “Just as important, it helps improve the quality of life for those wearing our country’s uniform and their families in addition to insisting our military remains focused on its core mission rather than misguided initiatives that harm morale and recruitment efforts. This is a good first step in getting a defense policy bill across the finish line as Congress has every year for the last six decades.” Boozman pushed to include language in the bill that authorizes projects needed for Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith to successfully host the Foreign Military Sales program. The senator also championed provisions to reinforce the domestic small arms industrial base, including several major companies with production operations in Camden. If enacted, the measures will provide predictability to defense manufacturers based in south Arkansas and support further economic growth and investment at Highland Industrial Park that will benefit the community. The legislation includes a 5.2 percent pay raise for servicemembers; enhances our national munitions supply; harnesses new technologies to improve naval, air and ground capabilities; counters China’s aggression against Taiwan through new training programs and strengthens our partnership with allies in Europe; helps secure our homeland and airspace with border security and drug and human trafficking operations; and roots out divisive ideology and emphasizes a return t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:25:20Z |
| https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=13D4D1EC-D312-4663-A47F-2DCC39AA32A3 | Boozman Calls for Robust Outreach in Rural Areas to Connect Veterans with Info on PACT Act Benefits | 2023-07-27 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Republican | Senate | AR | John Boozman | B001236 | www.boozman.senate.gov | boozman | https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) pressed Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officials on their outreach efforts to inform former servicemembers about expanded benefit eligibility as a result of historic legislation that became law last year delivering all eras of toxic-exposed veterans VA health care. Boozman previously championed the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022, helping secure its passage. Since its enactment, the VA has received more than 744,000 PACT Act-related claims, including more than 8,700 in Arkansas, and enrolled more than 2,200 Natural State veterans in VA health care. During a Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee hearing Wednesday Boozman shared the need to target rural communities for outreach. “One of the concerns that we have coming from Arkansas, and really all the states represented here - we have very rural areas,” Boozman said. “That’s where so many of our veterans come from.” Veterans and survivors must file a claim before August 9 to be eligible for retroactive compensation. Post-9/11 combat veterans discharged more than 10 years ago and not enrolled in VA health care must enroll by October 1 to avoid a phased-in enrollment. The law includes Boozman-backed provisions to expand benefits to Vietnam War-era veterans who served on military bases in Thailand as well measures to bolster recruitment and retention of the VA workforce in order to respond to the increase in benefit claims. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:25:20Z |
| https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senate-passes-cotton-bipartisan-resolution-affirming-american-support-for-israel | Senate Passes Cotton Bipartisan Resolution Affirming American Support for Israel | 2023-07-26 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Republican | Senate | AR | Tom Cotton | C001095 | www.cotton.senate.gov | cotton | https://www.cotton.senate.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 July 26, 2023 Senate Passes Cotton Bipartisan Resolution Affirming American Support for Israel Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the Senate passed his bipartisan resolution reaffirming American support for Israel: “I’m pleased that a bipartisan group of my colleagues supported this resolution upholding that Israel is not a racist state, that Congress rejects any form of antisemitism, and that America will always be a staunch supporter of Israel. It is unfortunate that Democrat attacks on Israel necessitated Congress passing this legislation,” said Senator Cotton. Co-sponsors of the resolution are Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee), John Boozman (R-Arkansas), Mike Braun (R-Indiana), Katie Britt (R-Alabama), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Ted Budd (R-North Carolina), Shelley Moore Capito (R-West Virginia), Bob Casey (D-Pennsylvania), Bill Cassidy (R-Louisiana), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Montana), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fischer (R-Nebraska), Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee), John Hoeven (R-North Dakota), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Mississippi), John Kennedy (R-Louisiana), Jerry Moran (R-Kansas), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Marco Rubio (R-Florida), Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri), Rick Scott (R-Florida), Tim Scott (R-South Carolina), Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina), and J.D. Vance (R-Ohio). ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
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