WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton—along with Congressmen Rick Crawford, French Hill, Steve Womack and Bruce Westerman—are asking Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz to address their detailed concerns about the federal government's possible unprecedented partnership with a third party to construct an electrical transmission project through Arkansas. The Department of Energy (DOE) is considering the use of Section 1222 of the Energy Policy Act of... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the Senate's failure to advance a resolution of disapproval on the Iran nuclear deal:   "From the beginning, President Obama intended to turn our constitutional process on its head and implement this deal via executive action, as he has done in the past with his overreaching EPA regulations and his immigration decrees. He never wanted a vote on his Iran deal because he was... Read More

Contact: Caroline Rabbitt (202) 224-2353 Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator (EPA) Gina McCarthy expressing concern over the agency's internal review of the Gold King Mine disaster. Senator Cotton identifies five primary issues with the report and asks for additional information in each of those areas. The issues include: The report lacks any consequences for the EPA employees who failed to test the mine's water... Read More

Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) along with other Republican lawmakers yesterday introduced legislation to roll back the National Labor Relations Board's "joint employer" decision, which the chairmen of the House and Senate labor committees say "threatens to steal the American dream from owners of the nation's 780,000 franchise businesses and millions of contractors.":       "The NLRB's unprecedented ruling could destroy nearly 10,000... Read More

Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001:     "Today we remember the anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. The pain and sadness of that day are still fresh. We still mourn the lives we lost and share in the grief of their loved ones. But we also remember the heroism, courage, and unity we saw that day. Our resolve was tested, but America stood... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the Senate's failure to advance a resolution of disapproval on the Iran nuclear deal:  "I am deeply disappointed by Senate Democrats' decision to block a vote on the Iran nuclear deal. I proposed an amendment to Corker-Cardin that would have guaranteed a vote, but it was rejected by Democrats because their goal all along was to deny Congress any vote or say on this deal.... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement after the 34th Democratic Senator Announced Support for the Iran Deal: "I am disappointed that 34 of my Democratic colleagues have chosen to support this dangerous deal. They bowed to White House pressure and put partisan politics ahead of national security and their constituents. The consequences of this decision cannot be overstated and the American people will not soon forget their votes. "What's worse is... Read More

WASHINGTON  - U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton, along with Congressmen Rick Crawford, French Hill, Steve Womack and Bruce Westerman today announced that Arkansas local law enforcement agencies will receive $2.3 million in federal grants from the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program to purchase law enforcement equipment and supplies. "These grants are an important investment in our state that will allow our law enforcement officers to better protect... Read More

Washington, D.C.  - U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton, along with Congressmen Rick Crawford, French Hill, Steve Womack and Bruce Westerman today announced that 13 Arkansas airports will receive $8.5 million from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support facility upgrades and expansions. "Airports are important to growth and development in Arkansas communities. Investments to our infrastructure will better serve the economic needs of our state and facilitate commerce and... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem during a weeklong trip to Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu and Senator Cotton discussed the special relationship between the United States and Israel, their opposition to the Iran Nuclear Deal, and the regional implications of the deal. "I was honored to spend time with Prime Minister Netanyahu today. There is no one better to discuss the impact of a nuclear Iran, both in the Middle... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the National Labor Relations Board's ruling in the Browning-Ferris case: "The National Labor Relation Board's ruling in the Browning-Ferris case wrongly overturns a 50-year old definition of 'joint-employer' that is relied on by franchises nationwide. The franchisee model has been one of great economic success. In Arkansas, there are nearly 10,000 franchises and more than 770,000... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota's decision to grant a preliminary injunction against the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule: "I applaud the Court's decision to block the EPA's Water of the United States rule. This rule brings unprecedented new regulations that will allow the EPA to dictate everything from when Arkansas farmers can... Read More

Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton along with Congressman French Hill today announced a $15.6 million grant for the construction of a new nursing home facility in Little Rock, Arkansas.  "This grant will help construct a new, state-of-the-art facility for our aging veterans," said Senator Cotton. "Our men and women in uniform put their lives on the line in defense of our freedom. They deserve the very best care, no matter their stage in... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the EPA's lack of responsibility with its response to the disaster it caused in the Animas River. "I am deeply troubled by EPA's continued lack of responsibility and integrity with its response to the disaster it caused in the Animas River. Rather than actually take responsibility, the EPA continues to hide behind its bureaucracy. Waiting weeks to release documents related to the spill late on a Friday... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the Army's decision to award the JLTV production contract to Oshkosh Defense. "I am disappointed the Army did not select Lockheed Martin to build the JLTV. Camden is a first-rate facility and the people who work there are some of the best in the world, I know they would have put their hearts and souls into this project. I am confident the work and infrastructure Lockheed Martin put in place to bid on this... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statements on reports that Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid may filibuster a Senate vote on the Iran Nuclear Deal: "First, the president did an end-run around the Constitution by refusing to submit the Iran deal as a treaty requiring a two-thirds vote of the Senate for approval. Now Harry Reid wants to deny the American people a voice entirely by blocking an up-or-down vote on this terrible deal. If Harry Reid has... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the revelation that Iran will be permitted to inspect its own nuclear facilities: "Allowing Iran to inspect its own nuclear facilities is reckless and illustrates yet again that this deal is little more than a dangerous list of concessions made by the United States. It is akin to allowing an NFL player to submit their own samples for drug testing. This revelation should be the last straw for any undecided... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today completed the final leg of his East Asia tour in South Korea. After stops in Tokyo, Okinawa, and Taipei, Senator Cotton spent his time in South Korea discussing critical national security and diplomatic issues with senior Korean government officials and U.S. military commanders. Senator Cotton also visited with Sergeant Ha Jae-heon, one of the two Korean soldiers gravely injured while on patrol by land mines planted by North Korean forces... Read More

Washington, D.C.—  Washington, D.C.—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency's accidental release of toxic wastewater into Colorado's Animas River on August 5th:   "I am deeply troubled by the EPA's release of toxic wastewater into the Animas River and even more by their failure to appropriately respond to the situation in the days following the spill.  Their reckless behavior means... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement wishing the Pine Bluff Little League team luck in the Little League World Series Southwest Regional Tournament: "Tonight all Arkansans are from Pine Bluff as we come together to cheer for the Pine Bluff Little League team in the Little League World Series Southwest Regional Tournament. These young players have worked tirelessly for this moment and are one victory away from the regional championship game. Our... Read More