FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353September 8, 2023 Cotton: DoD’s Using “Themself” in Military Awards Shows Misplaced Priorities Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin criticizing the Department of Defense’s (DoD) decision to use “gender neutral” language in decoration and award citations. Specifically, DoD will incorporate “themself” instead of “himself” or “herself.” In part, Senator... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: James Arnold or Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353August 19, 2023 Cotton Statement on Passing of Keith Stokes Little Rock, AR — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after Keith Stokes, a longtime staff member and trusted advisor, passed away this week: “Our state, its farmers, ranchers, and foresters, and our Senate office had no better friend and champion than Keith Stokes. Everyone who knew Keith will miss him dearly. Anna and I join... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: James Arnold or Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353August 10, 2023 Cotton Statement on Biden’s “Ransom” to Iran Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after reports of an intended prisoner swap and ransom paid to Iran in exchange for captive Americans: “While we always welcome the release of American hostages—if they are in fact released after President Biden pays Iran $6 billion in... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353August 9, 2023 Cotton, Rubio: America’s Enemies Should Not Be Allowed to Buy Forbes Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter today with Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, urging her to review an acquisition where companies with ties to the Chinese and Russian governments would take control and own Forbes. The senators warn Secretary Yellen of the threats... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353August 2, 2023 Cotton Accepting Service Academy Nominations Washington, D.C.– Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) announced today that he is accepting applications for service academy nominations. To be considered for a nomination, applicants must submit by Wednesday, November 1, 2023. "Students who attend U.S. service academies and go on to serve their country in uniform are the pride of Arkansas, and I encourage each... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353August 1, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Recognize August as National Catfish Month Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with eleven of his colleagues, introduced a resolution that would establish August as National Catfish Month. The resolution recognizes the contribution of catfish to the American economy and commends catfish farmers and workers. “With Arkansas producing the third-most catfish... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 26, 2023 Senate Passes Cotton Bipartisan Resolution Affirming American Support for Israel Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the Senate passed his bipartisan resolution reaffirming American support for Israel: “I’m pleased that a bipartisan group of my colleagues supported this resolution upholding that Israel is not a racist state, that... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 19, 2023 Cotton: States Should Fight True Child Abuse, Not Punish Parents for Rejecting Sex Changes for Minors Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), Josh Hawley (R-Missouri), and Marco Rubio (R-Florida), introduced legislation to stop state governments from discriminating against parents who oppose ‘gender transitions’ for children. The... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 18, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Affirming American Support for Israel Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced a resolution reaffirming American support for Israel. Specifically, the resolution states Israel is not a racist state, Congress rejects all forms of antisemitism and xenophobia, and the United States will always be a staunch partner and supporter of... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 17, 2023 Cotton Warns Top Law Firms About Race-Based Hiring Practices Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton today sent letters to 51 law firms detailing the possible federal civil rights laws they and their clients may be violating with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, if those programs treat people differently based on race. The letter advises the law firms to preserve documents relevant to... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 14, 2023 Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Afghan Allies Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina), Senator Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina), and Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), today introduced legislation to provide support for Afghan nationals who helped American forces in Afghanistan. The Ensuring American Security and Protecting... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 12, 2023 Cotton Bill to Protect Mainstreet Investors from ESG Risk Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced the Ensuring Sound Guidance (ESG) Act, legislation that willprotect Americans’ savings and retirement accounts from politically-motivated asset managers. This legislation would require investment advisors and retirement plan sponsors to consider principally financial... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 7, 2023 Cotton: Target’s Race-Based Programs are Discriminatory Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Target CEO and Chair Brian Cornell about the company’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program. Senator Cotton noted that the Supreme Court’s recent decision to strike down affirmative action in higher education also applies to private employers, and... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353June 7, 2023 Cotton Statement on Providing Cluster Munitions to Ukraine Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after it was reported the Biden administration will provide cluster munitions to Ukraine’s military: “For Ukrainian forces to defeat Putin’s invasion, Ukraine needs at least equal access to the weapons Russia already uses against them, like... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353July 5, 2023 Cotton to Secret Service: Release Information About Cocaine Found in White House Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today sent a letter to Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle requesting that she release information about reports of a Secret Service officer finding cocaine in the West Wing of the White House. Senator Cotton also requested that Director Cheatle provide the Secret... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353June 23, 2023 Cotton, Boozman, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Require Congressional Vote on Iran Sanctions Relief Washington, D.C. —  Arkansas Senators Tom Cotton and John Boozman joined Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee) and twenty-three of their colleagues in reintroducing the Iran Sanctions Relief Review Act (ISRRA). The legislation would ensure that the president submits any sanctions relief relating to... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353June 22, 2023 Cotton: Biden Admin Pistol Brace Regulation Only Hurts Law-Abiding Citizens Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after he voted against the Biden administration’s rules on pistol braces: “Pistol braces are common, legal accessories used responsibly by most gun owners. Yet this rule will turn many Arkansans into felons almost overnight. The... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold (202) 224-2353June 22, 2023 Cotton Statement on the Introduction of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after the Senate Intelligence Committee filed the Intelligence Authorization Act with a provision to cap the pay of Central Intelligence Agency employees whose work primarily focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: James Arnold or Caroline Tabler (202) 224-2353June 15, 2023 Cotton: Biden’s Billions to Iran “Abject Appeasement” Washington, D.C. — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) released the following statement after reports that the Biden administration’s approved releasing $2.7 billion payments to Iran—payments previously denied by U.S. sanctions: “President Biden’s developing agreement with the Islamic... Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Caroline Tabler or James Arnold(202) 224-2353June 15, 2023 Cotton, Boozman Join Bipartisan Effort to Expand Telehealth Access and Make Permanent Telehealth Flexibilities Washington, D.C.— Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senator John Boozman (R-Arkansas) joined 56 of their Senate colleagues in reintroducing the Creating Opportunities Now for Necessary and Effective Care Technologies for Health Act (CONNECT Act). The legislation will expand coverage of... Read More