U.S. Senator for Arkansas serving as
@SenateAgGOP
leader and on the Appropriations, EPW & Veterans’ Affairs committees
#ServingAR
#ARinDC
Contact: 202-224-4843
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@SenateGOP
's "The Elephant in the Room" yet? Don't miss it! While you're there go ahead and listen to the other conversations with my colleagues and be sure to subscribe on your preferred podcast platform.
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HAPPENING NOW: A statue of Daisy Bates is being unveiled in National Statuary Hall inside the U.S. Capitol. Arkansas is proud that this civil rights icon will represent our state to visitors from across our country and the world.
WATCH the ceremony:
The
@lrchamber
always provides helpful updates during its annual visit to Washington about efforts to spur economic growth. I was pleased to hear about the projects underway to allow the city to support job creation and expand opportunities for improving quality of life.
#ARinDC
Liberating Europe from Nazi tyranny and destruction helped preserve and restore freedom. We will be forever indebted to the men and women who took up that fight and demonstrated America's will to prevail against the forces of evil and oppression.
On this day in 1945, both Great Britain & the U.S. celebrated Victory in Europe Day, rejoicing in the defeat of the Nazi war machine.
On this
#VEDay
, let's pause to remember the brave men & women who came together to defeat one of the greatest threats to our way of life.
May is
#BeefMonth
! Did you know Arkansas has cattle production in all 75 counties? Arkansans raise enough beef to rank 11th in the nation in beef cow inventory! Read the proclamation for Beef Month here .
#FarmFactFriday
It was great to have local leaders from Jefferson County stop by during their trip to the nation’s capital this week. I welcomed their updates on the improvements happening in the community and how we can partner further to foster growth and economic development.
#ARinDC
This is what it looks like when agriculture takes over the National Mall!
Ranking Member
@JohnBoozman
spent some time checking out
@aemadvisor
's
#AgontheMall
set-up & visiting with producers, agri-business, food processors & retailers this afternoon.
.
@ArkRealtors
are in Washington to promote legislation they’re championing including policies to encourage homeownership and increase affordable housing. I look forward to working together further to address needs in their industry which impact our country’s home market.
#ARinDC
I was glad to speak with members of the Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care about important issues facing pulmonary care professionals and patients. Their advocacy on several policy priorities was helpful in support of the treatments they deliver across our state.
#ARinDC
.
@JohnBoozman
spent part of the afternoon checking out farm equipment and producer booths on the National Mall, which are on display for
@aemadvisor
’s Celebration of Modern Ag showcase.
It was a pleasure hearing from Eureka Springs Hospital Commission Chair Kent Turner about the hospital expansion and ongoing efforts to enhance services to meet the healthcare needs of patients in and around Carroll County.
#ARinDC
Fentanyl is deadly – a sad reality that communities in Arkansas and nationwide know too well. To save lives, it's vital to spread the knowledge that even small doses can be lethal. Parents and teachers, please help communicate this danger to youth.
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Today is the third annual
#NationalFentanylAwarenessDay
. We’re raising public awareness about an urgent problem: Americans are dying at alarming rates due to illicitly manufactured fentanyl. Join us to learn the facts about fentanyl and spread the word to save a life.
Today and all week is a time to recognize and celebrate educators for their commitment to helping students learn and thrive. As a former school board member, I know how much hard work and investment goes into each day in the classroom. Thank you and happy
#TeacherAppreciationDay
I’m pleased my staff could attend a ribbon cutting for the completion of Hwy 37 improvements in Jackson County. Residents in Tuckerman and Grubbs will benefit with enhanced travel and commerce capacity, particularly for area farmers. Congratulations and special thanks to
@myARDOT
During World War II, millions of people were killed. Among them, 6 Million Jews perished in the Holocaust. They were murdered simply because of their Jewish roots.
Today, on Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor their memory.
We will continue defending our country and ensure…
Drug courts have proven effective in helping break the cycle of addiction and saving taxpayer resources. READ my latest weekly column recognizing National Treatment Court Month and highlighting the second chance they offer to Arkansans in search of hope.
The men and women who wear our country's uniform are heroes in every sense. Their service and sacrifice make us proud and preserve the freedoms we hold so dear. May God always bless these warriors and patriots.