Press Releases

Congressman Steve Womack, on Tuesday, voted against a bill that would allow the debt limit to be raised without the possibility of putting any restrictions on spending. Not a single Republican voted in favor of H.R. 1954, sending a strong message that any increase in the debt limit must be accompanied by substantial spending cuts and reforms to ensure a commitment to long-term reductions. Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack released this statement following the devastating tornado that ripped through Joplin, Missouri Sunday night Read more »

    Congressman Steve Womack released the following statement in response to President Obama’s U.S. policy speech on the Middle East and North Africa:       “It has long been the policy of this country to stand with those who seek freedom from tyranny with a purposeful pursuit of democracy. I appreciate the president for making this a point in his… Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack announced today that he will participate in the 2011 Offshore Energy Tour with Congressman Steve Scalise (LA) in New Orleans and South Louisiana May 18 – May 20. Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack will be hosting a public forum at 7:00 pm on May 17th at Heritage High School in Rogers. Beaver Lake residents are encouraged to attend.  This forum is a way for residents to get to know members of the Army Corps of Engineers in order to establish a positive and productive working relationship. With summer right around the corner, dock safety becomes an… Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack will visit Union Christian Academy in Fort Smith on Monday, May 16th. The congressman will tour the school’s campus while meeting with student council members as well as school staff. Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack will be hosting an “Energy Independence” town hall event on Monday, May 16 at the Reynolds Cancer Support House in Fort Smith. Read more »

On Monday night, May 2, President Obama issued a major disaster declaration for the State of Arkansas. The state is set to receive Federal funds to help with recovery efforts after a recent series of severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that caused extensive damage and loss of life Read more »

WASHINGTON-Congressman Steve Womack, former National Guard commander who deployed in the wake of 9/11, expressed delight at the news that 9/11 architect and terrorist leader, Osama bin Laden, had been killed:     "I join my colleagues in celebrating this important military achievement--the killing of Bin Laden--clearly our nation's highest and most elusive target since… Read more »

Congressman Steve Womack is pleased to announce that the City of Fayetteville has received a $485,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address residential sewer problems which occur when certain areas receive heavy rainfall. Read more »