Reflecting on Legislative Wins

A new year always sparks excitement for what lies ahead in the months to come. Goals are set, aspirations are made, and lots of people hit the gym. However, one can’t help but also look back on the previous year to celebrate the various wins and challenges that were overcome.

Last year was marked by several pieces of monumental legislation introduced, with some even passing the House or being signed into law. It was a great honor to introduce the Fix Our Forests Act last January, which addresses the need for better forest management in order to prevent devastating wildfires. This legislation received excellent bipartisan support, and I look forward to seeing it pass through the Senate in the new year.

House Republicans also worked together to pass historic legislation in the Working Families Tax Cut Act, that was signed into law on July 4, which creates great wins for Arkansans. The largest impact this package will have on the Fourth District of Arkansas is undoubtedly the historic tax cuts working families  and individuals will receive along with the Rural Health Transformation Program, which will empower states with the resources they need to improve health care quality and access by supporting rural health care systems as they invest in a stronger workforce, update technology, and promote preventative health care.

Most notably, my bill, the SPEED Act was introduced last July and brought to the House Floor for a vote in December. I’m proud of the work done to get the SPEED Act passed in the House so we can get Arkansas, and America, building and push projects across the finish line. Through reforming the NEPA permitting process, The SPEED Act reflects a commitment to empowering local leaders, supporting our rural economy, and ensuring that communities across the Fourth District aren’t left waiting for infrastructure that should have been built years ago.

Looking ahead to the new year, I’m eager to continue working for the people of the Fourth District and Arkansas alongside my Republican Colleagues to deliver commonsense legislation that puts our working families, seniors, veterans, and taxpayers first.