The House Committee on Natural Resources has advanced eight bipartisan bills, including three focused on permitting reform and five addressing federal and tribal land management.
The Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs held a legislative hearing to consider four bills aimed at strengthening tribal sovereignty and improving the federal government’s trust responsibility to tribal nations.
The Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries convened a legislative hearing to discuss four bipartisan bills aimed at improving the management of water resources and fisheries.
The Trump Administration has introduced new rules aimed at updating the enforcement and implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved three Congressional Review Act resolutions aimed at reopening millions of acres of land in Alaska and Wyoming for energy development.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has announced two upcoming lease sales for energy development in the Gulf of America and Alaska’s Cook Inlet.
The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the United States Geological Survey (USGS), has released its final 2025 List of Critical Minerals.
The Trump administration has announced new measures aimed at expanding energy resource development and improving public health and safety in Alaska.
After the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies appropriations bills, Congressman Bruce Westerman of Arkansas’ 4th District released a statement emphasizing the significance…
Rep. Steve Womack detailed new tax initiatives affecting tipped workers and addressed key appropriations bills via social media posts dated September 3–4, 2025.
Rep. Bruce Westerman used his X account this week to discuss conversations about district affairs, ongoing efforts to reform FEMA’s disaster response process, and local agricultural traditions such as county…
Congressman Steve Womack, who represents Arkansas’s Third Congressional District, voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, which passed out of the House Appropriations Committee on September 3,…
Rep. Bruce Westerman shared messages on Labor Day celebrations and honored WWII veterans through posts dated September 1-2, 2025.
Congressman Bruce Westerman, who represents Arkansas’ 4th district in the U.S. Congress, has released a statement on the death of Arkansas State Senator Gary Stubblefield.
Rep. Steve Womack marked September 2 with posts congratulating LTG Marcus S. Evans on his promotion, mourning State Senator Gary Stubblefield’s passing, and supporting changes to federal agricultural regulations.
Rep. Steve Womack marked September 2, 2025 with posts reflecting on WWII history, supporting Miss Arkansas Kennedy Holland’s participation in Miss America, and discussing enhanced immigration enforcement programs.
Rep. Steve Womack used his social media platform to commend acts of courage by West Point cadets and recognize American workers for Labor Day in posts dated August 31 and…
Rep. Steve Womack shared several updates between August 29-30, highlighting collaborative efforts with federal agencies and discussions on military leadership at West Point.
Rep. Steve Womack used his August 29, 2025 social media posts to spotlight efforts aiding youth aging out of foster care and celebrate local student achievements at West Point.
Congressman Bruce Westerman of Arkansas’s 4th District has issued a statement following the death of Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings.
Rep. Bruce Westerman used his social media accounts on August 27-28, 2025 to discuss congressional visits focused on American energy policy and highlight family-owned businesses in Arkansas.
Rep. Steve Womack addressed multiple topics on social media between August 27-28, including his reaction to violence at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis as well as visits with students at…
Rep. Steve Womack used social media on August 26-27 to commemorate fallen service members from Afghanistan, honor entrepreneur Lew Thompson’s legacy, and call for congressional action regarding flag desecration laws.
Rep. Steve Womack shared updates on legislation regarding flag protection, local economic initiatives, and healthcare leadership through social media posts dated August 26, 2025.
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