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Weekly Columns

August 4, 2023
Weekly Columns

In the 4th District, we are fortunate to have numerous small and medium-sized airfields that serve Arkansans and visitors from across the country, and we are home to a robust agricultural aviation industry.

Issues:Transportation and Infrastructure

July 28, 2023
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A few years ago, I met a young lady named Sara Kruzan, who shared her story as a child sex trafficking victim. At only 11 years old, Sara was groomed for a life of sex slavery by a man she trusted. At 13, Sara's abuser forced her into sex work.


July 21, 2023
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Some of my earliest and favorite memories are on top of a mountain hunting or on a lake fishing in Arkansas with my family and friends. I know I am not alone in that. Hunting and fishing are two of the oldest and most valued pastimes for millions of Americans.

Issues:Natural Resources

July 14, 2023
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This week, the House voted on the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to continue supporting our military and defense capabilities in Fiscal Year 2024. Since 1961, Congress has worked together to pass the NDAA and maintain the U.S. as a global leader in military readiness.

Issues:Security

July 7, 2023
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Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court ushered in two significant wins for American taxpayers and students.


July 1, 2023
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As we gather with family and friends for Independence Day, it’s hard to ignore that Americans across the country are still dealing with the reality of record-high prices.


June 26, 2023
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This week marked one year since the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. The ruling rectified its mistaken 1973 decision by reversing Roe v.


June 16, 2023
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For far too long, the executive branch has abused its regulatory power  to advance its political agenda. In his first year as president, Biden finalized regulations adding over $200 billion in new regulatory costs – that’s more than 4x the costs added during President Obama’s first year.


June 9, 2023
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When veterans who risked their lives in service to our country visit a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facility to receive the care, benefits, and services they earned, they should not have to face political ideations and influence before they even walk through the front door.

Issues:Veterans

June 2, 2023
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Is your passport up to date? I encourage you to check and find out! U.S. Passport Services are continuing to see unprecedented demand for passports. During the pandemic, many people put their travel plans on hold.