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Womack Votes to Impeach Secretary Mayorkas for Violating Immigration Laws and Breaching Public Trust

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Washington, DC—February 13, 2024…Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after voting in favor of the measure:  Congressman Womack said, “Secretary Mayorkas is at the root of the dangerous border crisis. Our national security…

Womack Demands Biden Enforce Policies to Secure the Border

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Washington, DC—January 17, 2024…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) voted today to denounce the Biden Administration's open-border policies, condemn the national security and public safety crisis along the southwest border, and urge President Biden to end his Administration's open-border policies. Congressman Womack said, “Through executive actions and blatant refusal to enforce the law,…

Womack Statement on House Passage of Defense, Homeland Security, State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Bills

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Washington, DC—September 28, 2023…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the FY24 Defense, Homeland Security, and State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bills. Congressman Womack said, “I’m glad the House coalesced and passed three additional appropriations bills, which ensures our military is postured to deter our…

Womack Votes to Secure Southern Border, Strengthen National Security

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Washington, DC— June 21, 2023…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) voted in support of the FY24 Homeland Security and Legislative Branch Appropriations bills today, both of which passed out of the House Appropriations Committee. The Homeland Security bill includes critical funding to secure the southern border and counter China, while the Legislative Branch bill ensures Congress remains open…

Womack Votes to Secure Southern Border

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Washington, DC—May 11, 2023…Congressman Steve Womack voted in support of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023, which just passed the U.S. House of Representatives on the day Title 42 expires. This legislation aims to combat illegal immigration and secure the border, as illegal crossings of the U.S.-Mexico border surpass five million since President Biden took office. Congressman…

Womack & Boozman Lead Legislation to Restore Access to Federal Benefits for COFA Citizens Legally Present in the U.S.

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Washington, DC—March 14, 2023….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) and U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) are leading bipartisan, bicameral legislation along with Congressman Ed Case (HI-1) and U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) to restore access to a range of federal benefits for citizens of the Freely Associated States of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of…

Womack Responds to the Administration’s Announcement Regarding DACA Eligible Immigrants

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Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today released the following statement in response to the Administration’s announcement regarding DACA eligible immigrants:    “The issue of DACA-eligible young people is a manifestation of a broken immigration enforcement system. I have a heart for their plight. At the same time, I believe that part of the genius of America is that we are a…

Womack, Crawford, Westerman Pen Canopy NWA Refugee Resettlement Certification Concerns

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Congressmen Steve Womack (AR-3), Rick Crawford (AR-1), and Bruce Westerman (AR-4) today sent a letter to Secretary of State John Kerry expressing their severe concerns with Canopy NWA receiving certification from the Department of State to resettle refugees in Arkansas.  The letter reads, in part:  “Although we are grateful for the heart behind Canopy NWA and the welcoming…

Press Release: Womack Supports Passage of Visa Waiver Program Improvement Act

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Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 158, the Visa Waiver Program Improvement Act: “I applaud the passage of this important bill to strengthen our national security, which takes the first of many steps to combat the threats posed by foreign fighters and anyone that tries to terrorize the American people.  The tragic San…

Womack Votes to Strengthen Refugee Vetting Process, Protect America

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Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 4038, the American Security Against Foreign Enemies (SAFE) Act of 2015: “The safety and security of the American people is my top priority, which is why I am proud to cosponsor and vote in favor of the American SAFE Act.  We must strengthen our vetting and security policies to stop…