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Womack Elected to Fourth Term as Chairman of West Point Board of Visitors

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Picture: Rep. Womack is sworn in for a fourth term as Chairman of the West Point BOV Washington, DC—February 26, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today hosted the Superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy (USMA), Lieutenant General Darryl Williams, Army leadership, cadets, and other members of the West Point Board of Visitors (BOV) for its quarterly meeting. During the…

Womack Announces DOT Grants for Benton and Marion County Airports

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Washington, DC—February 19, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today announced the release of federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for upgrades at three Arkansas regional airports in Bentonville, Flippin, and Siloam Springs. The investments will be used for significant infrastructure and safety improvement projects, including runway enhancements, upgraded…

Womack Statement on Impeachment Acquittal

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Washington, DC – February 5, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to acquit President Donald J. Trump: “President Trump has been rightfully acquitted—and it’s time for our nation to move forward. I urge House Democrats to recognize this moment and accept that today’s judgment should mark an end to their agenda of endless…

Womack Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union Address

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Washington, DC – February 4, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement in response to President Donald J. Trump's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress and the American people: “Tonight, President Trump delivered a powerful and inspiring speech. The United States is strong, and we have forged a new path of progress and opportunity. “There…

Womack Announces Grants for Economic Development Districts

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Washington, DC—January 31, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) announced $420,000 in federal investment for the Economic Development Districts based in Harrison and Fort Smith. The funding – awarded through the Economic Development Administration (EDA) – will support the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District (NWAEDD) and the Western Arkansas Planning and Development District…

Arkansas Win: USMCA Signed by President Trump

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Washington, DC—January 29, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the below statement on President Trump signing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) into law. This critical trade deal, which Womack continually advocated for and voted to pass in December, modernizes U.S. trade policies with Canada and Mexico – two of Arkansas’s top trading partners. The legislation…

Womack Statement on President Trump’s Middle East Peace Strategy

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Washington, DC—January 28, 2020....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the below statement following President Trump’s newly announced Middle East peace plan. The strategy focuses on achieving peace, security, and opportunity for Israel and the Palestinian people: “Today, the United States reaffirmed its commitment to securing peace in the Middle East. No nation can create a safer…

Womack Honors Legendary Arkansas Businessmen on House Floor

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Washington, DC—January 28, 2020....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today spoke on the House floor to honor the lives and legacies of David Glass, former Walmart Chief Executive Officer and owner of the Kansas City Royals, and Forrest Wood, the founder of Ranger Boats, who both passed away this month. David and Forrest exemplified the entrepreneurial spirit of the Natural State and…

Womack Statement on Navigable Waters Protection Rule

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Washington, DC—January 23, 2020....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s newly announced Navigable Waters Protection Rule, which replaces the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule. The new directive provides regulatory clarity and ends Obama-era federal overreach: “This announcement marks an important step…

Womack Statement on Signing of Phase One Trade Deal with China

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Washington, DC—January 15, 2020....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) issued the following statement on the announcement of the United States and China signing a Phase One trade deal, which requires structural reforms to deliver a stronger and more effective trade framework for America. Key chapters covered in the agreement include intellectual property, technology transfer, agriculture,…