WASHINGTON -U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton, along with Second District Representative French Hill, today announced that the Army has determined that two servicemembers attacked outside of a Little Rock Army recruiting center in 2009 will be awarded the Purple Heart.  Private William Long of Conway was killed and Private Quinton Ezeagwula of Jacksonville was wounded when a terrorist opened fire on the recruiting center on June 1, 2009. "I am pleased that Private Long... Read More

Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement in response to President Obama's decision to remove Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism: "President Obama's decision to remove Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism is just the latest and most egregious in a long line of concessions he has made to the Castro brothers. But rather than strengthen our hand, these concessions have only tightened... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) last night hosted a tele town hall meeting with constituents. More than 26,000 Arkansans listened-in as Senator Cotton fielded questions and spoke about some of his efforts to protect Arkansans from government overreach. One of the most popular topics was President Obama's nuclear deal with Iran.  "The President is not acting in the best interest of America's national security," Senator Cotton... Read More

  Washington, D.C.—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (H.R. 2): "Today the Senate passed legislation to ensure fair compensation for doctors who provide important care to Medicare patients. During debate, I offered an amendment that would provide a greater level of certainty to doctors. While my amendment wasn't included in the final bill, I remain committed to providing doctors with the... Read More

  WASHINGTON --Arkansas Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton, along with Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman, today announced a $3.2 million grant for Families and Children Together, Inc. to provide comprehensive early childhood and preschool services to children and families in Calhoun, Columbia, Dallas, Ouachita and Union Counties. "This investment in education will provide South Arkansas children with the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. Fostering education... Read More

  Washington, D.C.—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the announcement of a nuclear deal with Iran: "There is no nuclear deal or framework with Iran; there is only a list of dangerous U.S. concessions that will put Iran on the path to nuclear weapons.  Iran will keep a stockpile of enriched uranium and thousands of centrifuges—including centrifuges at a fortified, underground military bunker at Fordow.  Iran will also... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the death of former Arkansas Congressman John Paul Hammerschmidt: "Today, I join all Arkansans in mourning the death of former Congressman John Paul Hammerschmidt. A proud son of Harrison, John Paul was a decorated World War II pilot who represented Arkansas in Congress for 26 years.  His contributions to Arkansas's infrastructure system were invaluable and his legacy lives on in... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement on the State Department's decision to extend the nuclear negotiations with Iran yet again: "The decision to extend the nuclear negotiations in the face of Iranian intransigence and duplicity proves once again that Iran is calling the shots. Just weeks ago President Obama said 'I don't see a further extension being useful.'  And today the State Department admitted that 'there are several... Read More

  Washington, D.C.—Senator Tom Cotton today released the following statement on the Senate's passage of a budget resolution: "Today the Senate passed a balanced budget that rightly reins in federal spending and eliminates waste. I was pleased the final resolution included two amendments I offered that are particularly important to Arkansas. The first amendment will improve prevention and treatment measures to better mitigate the impact of virus outbreaks, such as the avian flu, on... Read More

  WASHINGTON - Sens. Tom Carper (D-Del.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) have filed an amendment (#822) to the Senate Budget Resolution (S.Con.Res. 11) to improve prevention and treatment measures that would mitigate the impact of virus outbreaks, such as the avian flu, on agriculture and the economy. These outbreaks can affect our country's food supply chain and the millions of people who work in the American agriculture industry. The bipartisan... Read More

  WASHINGTON -Arkansas's U.S. Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton along with Second District Congressman French Hill applauded the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) land transfer of 30 acres in North Little Rock to the State of Arkansas for the construction of a veterans home. "What better way to honor our veterans for their service to our country than with a place to call home. This is a fitting tribute to the sacrifice and commitment of our veterans that will provide them... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) tonight issued the following statement after the Senate voted 99-0 for his amendment affirming U.S. policy to prevent unfair, discriminatory action against Israel by the United Nations: "Tonight, the Senate reaffirmed what so many already knew: the alliance between the United States and Israel is so strong because it's an alliance between the American people and the Israeli people. And the Senate unanimously affirmed that... Read More

  WASHINGTON --Arkansas Senators John Boozman and Tom Cotton, along with Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman, today announced three United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) grants that will help Franklin and Yell counties purchase emergency response equipment. Franklin County will receive $50,000 to go toward the purchase of a new ambulance to replace the ten-year old model currently in use. The city of Ola in Yell County will receive $50,000 to help fund the purchase of... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement in response to reports that President Obama won't meet with the new head of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, during his visit to Washington, D.C. this week: "NATO invoked Article 5 following the attacks of September 11th for the first time in the history of the alliance. And our friends in NATO have continued to stand by our side in the fight... Read More

  Washington, D.C.—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement on the Army's decision to charge Bowe Berghdal with desertion and misbehavior in the face of the enemy: "The Army's decision to charge Bowe Bergdahl with desertion and misbehavior in the face of the enemy underscores how misguided and dangerous it was for President Obama to trade five hardened Taliban commanders for Bergdahl in the first place.  Regardless of his conduct, the United States... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today released the following statement in response to President Obama's announcement that he plans to keep the current number of U.S. troops in Afghanistan through the end of the year:  "I support President Obama's decision to maintain current troop levels in Afghanistan through the end of the year, but I fear that number may already be too low. And as the President considers his new drawdown strategy for 2016, I urge him... Read More

  Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today offered an amendment to the Senate Budget Resolution affirming the United States' support for Israel at the United Nations. "The alliance between the United States and Israel is an alliance between the American people and the Israeli people, between the ultimate defender of the West and the eastern-most frontier of the West. As such, Congress is committed to ensuring the United States continues to defend Israel in the United... Read More

  WASHINGTON -U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) along with Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01) today announced that Mountain Top Public Water Authority in Heber Springs is the recipient of a $114,000 grant and $243,000 loan to extend water service to new users. Campbell Station will receive a $5,000 grant to begin correcting problems with its wastewater lift station and pumps. "Infrastructure is a critical component to providing citizens the services we rely... Read More

Washington, D.C.-Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the Guantanamo Bay Recidivism Prevention Act of 2015, legislation that would improve the monitoring of former Guantanamo Bay detainees transferred to foreign countries. "President Obama seems to have little concern for what happens after a detainee leaves Guantanamo Bay. But these detainees are hardened terrorists and their release puts U.S. lives and our national-security interests at risk. The numbers don't lie: almost one in... Read More

Washington, D.C.- Senator Tom Cotton (Arkansas) along with fellow freshman Senators James Lankford (Oklahoma), Joni Ernst (Iowa), Thom Tillis (North Carolina), and Mike Rounds (South Dakota) this evening returned from a trip to the Naval Station at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The Senators toured the Guantanamo Bay base, observed detention operations, and met with military commanders. "First, the Servicemembers stationed at Guantanamo Bay have a difficult job. They are true patriots who deserve our... Read More