In 1972, Congress enacted the Clean Water Act to support clean water, healthy communities, and industries throughout our economy. When farmers and ranchers, builders, and manufacturers obtain a …
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By CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN
Arkansas's 4th District
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3/24/24
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Arkansas has a long and proud history of service to our country, including generations who have worn our nation’s uniform, steadfast community support for our Armed Forces and significant …
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By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN
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3/24/24
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Colorectal cancer stands as one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. However, the stark reality is that it doesn't have to be. The month of March is Colorectal Cancer …
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From REP. STEVEN WALKER
27th District
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3/24/24
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A new farm bill is top of mind for many farmers, ranchers, and rural community members. However, amidst the ongoing discussions and negotiations, another important conversation is beginning to …
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By KALEE OLSON
Center for Rural Affairs
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3/24/24
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LITTLE ROCK –Arkansans who own a home or a business are becoming more aware that the cost of insurance coverage is going up significantly. Legislators are looking for ways to bring the cost …
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From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS
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3/24/24
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When you’re responsible for other people’s money, mixing it with morality is a mistake. Not that climate change is a moral issue per se, but many of those who believe do so with a fervor …
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By PETER ROFF
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3/24/24
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Recently I took up crocheting, the theory being that if I can’t survive a zombie apocalypse, at least I can have nice coasters. Crocheting is like knitting, but with one hook instead of two …
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By ALEXANDRA PASKHAVER
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3/24/24
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After years of trying to develop what he called a “premium” hamburger, McDonald’s CFO Ian Borden surprised no one the other day by announcing that the company’s new focus is …
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By PETER FUNT
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3/24/24
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It’s probably not the Easter message you expected, but for the sake of argument, let’s set aside miracles, repentance, heaven, hell and claims of divinity. Countless people who reject …
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By DANNY TYREE
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3/24/24
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A growing number of Americans think the American Dream is out of reach, but I think they are wrong. According to a recent Wall Street Journal poll, only 36% of voters said the American Dream still …
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By TOM PURCELL
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3/24/24
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Republicans are never going to impeach Joe Biden. I wish more Republicans would beat that fact into their skulls. Just as Democrats weren’t able to impeach Donald Trump because they …
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By MICHAEL REAGAN
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3/17/24
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There are lots of thankless odious jobs in America – sanitation worker, septic tank repairman – but surely none are worse than cleaning up Donald Trump’s serial excrement. That goes …
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By DICK POLMAN
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3/17/24
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Well, THOSE eagerly anticipated revelations certainly crashed and burned. You may recall last summer a former intelligence officer told Congress that Uncle Sam maintains a covert stockpile of downed …
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By DANNY TYREE
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3/17/24
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Piglet! My Irish surname means piglet! Like millions of Americans, I’ve been poking into my heritage using ancestry sites, such as FamilySearch.com. That’s how I learned that …
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By TOM PURCELL
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3/17/24
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As social media becomes more integral to our daily lives, the need for security to protect Americans from foreign adversaries online has become increasingly prevalent. Bad actors, like the Chinese …
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CONG. BRUCE WESTERMAN
Arkansas's Fourth District
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3/17/24
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LITTLE ROCK — A legislative committee voted to add $25.2 million to a revolving loan fund for safe drinking water projects. The majority of the funds will be loans, but local water systems can …
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From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS
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3/17/24
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Natural State families continue to feel the pain of rising prices for transportation, food and everyday items. It’s no surprise that hardworking individuals are struggling to make ends meet. …
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By US SEN. JOHN BOOZMAN
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3/17/24
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This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council and the council subcommittees convened at the Capitol. The council approved the permanent rules for Educational Freedom Accounts. Education Freedom …
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By REP. STEVEN WALKER
27th District
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3/17/24
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Local farmers markets, direct-market farmers, and farm stands that are not registered to accept benefits or vouchers from customers might be leaving money on the table. Three of these benefits are …
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By ANNA JOHNSON
Farm and community manager, Center for Rural Affairs
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3/10/24
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Legislators held budget hearings to scrutinize every spending category in state government, in preparation for the fiscal session that begins April 10. Leading off the agenda was the presentation of …
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From SEN. BREANNE DAVIS
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3/10/24
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