Weekly Columns
Providing timely, effective assistance to the folks across the Fourth District of Arkansas dealing with federal agencies is a central duty of serving as a representative in Congress. Although the federal government may be shut down, my offices in Washington, DC, and across Arkansas remain open and ready to assist.
Traveling across our great state to connect with the hardworking Arkansans who contribute to powering our economy is one of the greatest privileges of representing the Fourth District in Congress.
Some say it's hard to see the forest for the trees. But Arkansans see the forest and its potential – materials to build homes, a bioenergy resource, and an industry that employs thousands of Arkansans, sustaining families across the Natural State.
The rising demand for greater energy production spans all industries and reaches every corner of our nation. With each technological developments, most notably AI, we see a disproportionate increase in the need for more energy. As we celebrate National Clean Energy Week, we highlight the importance of an all-of-the-above energy approach as we work toward this goal.
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is the cornerstone of our national security, as it authorizes annual funding for programs within the Department of Defense and the defense industry.
We’ve all heard the saying, “April showers bring May flowers,” but those spring showers can sometimes turn into severe weather that brings devastating impacts to our communities, homes, and infrastructure. This spring, just about every corner of the Natural State was impacted by tornadoes and severe storms.
On a crisp, fall Saturday afternoon, nothing beats the electric energy of a college campus as it gears up for game day. The thunderous roar of the crowd in the stadium, the anticipation of kickoff, and the excitement in the air can only be because of one thing: college football.
Since the beginning of time, humanity has sought out knowledge and wisdom. The ability to gain a greater understanding of the world around them ensured our ancestors' success, safety, and survival. Over time, as humanity has continued to learn, society has developed, and tools and resources for building and farming have become more sophisticated.
Representing the Fourth District of Arkansas in Congress is the honor of a lifetime, and the ability to bring the voices of friends, family, and neighbors to Washington is certainly a privilege that will never be taken for granted. While the work in Washington certainly never ends, so do cumbersome federal issues that constituents face.
As we enter into August, we celebrate and welcome in National Shooting Sports Month – a time-honored tradition for many of us here in the Natural State. Many Arkansans, including myself, have grown up with a deep appreciation for shooting sports – passing this love down to our children who will undoubtedly carry the legacy on through generations.