Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the U.S. refused to certify a Russian plane for the Open Skies Treaty: "It's rich for Russia to protest this decision when it routinely restricts surveillance flights over Kaliningrad and other areas. The Open Skies Treaty is out of date and favors Russia, and the best way forward is to leave it. " Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the 17th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001: "September 11 is a solemn anniversary, because 17 years later, we still remember the pain of that day. But just as we mourn all the innocent lives lost, we also remember the heroism of our first responders, who rushed to the aid of their fellow Americans. Out of the ashes of a terrible tragedy arose a strength and unity that the whole... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the passing of Senator John McCain: "John McCain was an American original. Tough, independent, and outspoken, he was captured, but he never surrendered. The inner strength he showed in the Hanoi Hilton shone through during his 36 years in the Congress. Wherever one stands on the political spectrum-and most people had occasion to stand both with and against this maverick-John McCain was a passionate... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Congressman Rick Crawford (R-Arkansas) today applauded the news that Iraq will buy 30,000 metric tons of rice from the United States. "I told the Iraqi ambassador multiple times that his country would benefit from opening its market to Arkansas rice, and I'm pleased to see this deal finally come through. Arkansas rice is second to none, and I'm confident we'll find many more customers in this promising new market," said... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after news reports that Australia has banned Huawei and ZTE's 5G technology: "I commend Australia for this action, and now is the time for the United States to ban Chinese 5G technology. We didn't cede outer space to the Soviets, and it would be just as dangerous to let China take the lead in 5G technology." Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen announced the termination of diplomatic relations with El Salvador: "Proud, confident nations that aspire to great-power status don't obsess about the diplomatic relations of their small neighbors. This latest round of bullying only highlights how successful President Tsai's recent trip to the U.S. was. The Chinese Communist Party should know that every time it bullies... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the Trump administration announced it was rolling back the Obama administration's rule on carbon dioxide emissions from power plants: "This is a step forward for Arkansas and all of rural America. The Obama administration's plan would have amounted to a huge energy tax that would have raised power bills for Arkansans and dealt a blow to manufacturers. The Trump administration's proposal, by contrast,... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the Food and Drug Administration issued a new directive on Poppy Seed Wash: "The FDA is right to recognize unwashed poppy seeds for what they are: a deadly drug that can destroy lives. This directive is an important first step towards solving this problem." Earlier this year, Steve and Betty Hacala of Rogers, Arkansas, spoke with the FDA about... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353   Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on news reports that Google is considering creating a search engine that will comply with the Chinese government's censorship requirements: "Google said it wouldn't bow to Beijing's censorship, and it should stick to its word, especially now that it's canceled its partnership with our military. Google claims to value freedom and one hopes Google... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353   Washington, D.C. - Today, Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) introduced The Restoring the Armed Career Criminal Act of 2018, legislation that will protect Americans from the most violent, repeat offenders. The Hatch-Cotton legislation reinstates an important tool for prosecutors to seek enhanced penalties against violent, repeat offenders. "There's no excuse for letting hardened, repeat criminals roam the... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353   Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after meeting with Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh:  "I had an excellent meeting with Judge Kavanaugh today. We spoke at length about his jurisprudence, which I've reviewed over the last month, and how he sees the Supreme Court's role in our constitutional democracy. He stressed that judges should not impose their personal views... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the repatriation of the remains of Korean War veterans: "America leaves no fallen soldier behind, no matter how long it takes to fulfill that promise. We hope that today's transfer of remains will be the first step in repatriating and laying to rest the many heroes who gave their lives in defense of our nation more than sixty years ago. We thank the... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) announced today he is seeking fall interns in his Washington, D.C. office. Interns will have the opportunity to experience the daily operations of Senator Cotton's office and witness the legislative process firsthand. Depending on their university's requirements, students may be able to receive academic credit for their service. Internships are open to both undergraduate and graduate... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Today, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) along with Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Connecticut) introduced the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Centennial Commemorative Coin Act, which would direct the Secretary of the Treasury to mint commemorative coins in recognition of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier's upcoming centennial in 2021. Congressmen Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) and Don Beyer (D-Virginia) introduced companion legislation... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released a statement on the decision of three major U.S. airlines-American, Delta, and United-to remove references to Taiwan on their websites in order to comply with an ultimatum issued by the Chinese government: "It's disappointing that American Airlines, Delta, and United complied with this ultimatum, but the Chinese Communist Party's obsession with Taiwan-the only democracy on... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today announced he is seeking fall interns in his state offices in Little Rock and Springdale. Internships will be offered in two sessions: August 20-October 12 and October 22-December 7. Interns will have the opportunity to help with the daily operations of Senator Cotton's office. Depending on their college requirements, students may be able to receive academic credit for their service.... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released a statement on the National Defense Authorization Act conference report: "I'm pleased the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act includes a much-needed increase in defense spending as well as most of the provisions I supported, including the ban on federal procurement or financing of Chinese telecom equipment, the streamlining of nuclear modernization, and the... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released a statement on the Federal Circuit's ruling in Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe v. Mylan Pharmaceuticals: "The Federal Circuit struck a blow for patients today by ruling drug companies can't jack up prices by shielding dubious patents from scrutiny. Now Congress should follow up this victory by passing my bill, the PACED Act, so the loophole Allergan tried to exploit will be closed... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold  Washington, D.C. - Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the Iran Hostage Act, legislation that would sanction Iranian officials responsible for holding American hostages. It would also bar these officials' family members from coming to the United States for any reason. "Anyone who takes an American hostage has no right to come to the United States and enjoy its freedoms. Until the Iranian regime respects Americans' basic human rights,... Read More

Contact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold Washington, D.C. - Senators Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), Heidi Heitkamp (D-North Dakota), Cory Booker (D-New Jersey), and Todd Young (R-Indiana) today introduced a bipartisan package of commonsense bills that would help boost retirement security for individuals and families during a time when nearly half of all American families do not have any retirement account savings. More than one-third of full-time employees do not have access to a workplace retirement... Read More