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House Passes Womack Cosponsored Bill to Block Online Sale of E-Cigarettes to Children

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Washington, DC—October 28, 2019….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today announced that the Preventing Online Sales of E-Cigarettes to Children Act (H.R. 3942), legislation he is a cosponsor of, passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bipartisan bill implements new safeguards – including age verification requirements – to prevent the online sale of electronic cigarettes to minors…

Womack Reminder: Nov 1st Congressional App Challenge Deadline for Arkansas Students

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Washington, DC— October 25, 2019….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) invites students to register for the 2019 Congressional App Challenge before the November 1st deadline. The competition, open to Third District middle and high school students, aims to develop an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education. By encouraging our nation’s youth to…

Womack Supports Service Dogs for Veterans

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Washington, DC—October 24, 2019....Continuing his commitment to support those who have served, Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today cosponsored the Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers (PAWS) for Veterans Therapy Act (H.R. 4305). The bipartisan legislation will expand the access of service dogs for veterans who are struggling with mental health issues. Congressman Womack said, “It’s…

Womack Calls for Examination of VA Physician Reinstatement Process

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Washington, DC—October 16, 2019....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today submitted public testimony to the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs as they held an oversight hearing to address medical credentialing, privileging, and reporting issues at VA Medical Centers. The hearing was scheduled following Womack’s statement in front of the committee last month, which highlighted the…

Arkansas Lawmakers Announce Federal Grant for Fort Smith

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Fort Smith, AR— September 30, 2019….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR), and Governor Asa Hutchinson (R-AR) today announced that Fort Smith will receive $1.4 million in federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). The investment will support the development of the Fort…

Womack Statement on Confirmation of Ryan McCarthy as Secretary of the Army

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Washington, DC—September 26, 2019....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), a 30-year veteran of the United States Army National Guard and Chairman of the West Point Board of Visitors, released the following statement on the confirmation of Ryan McCarthy as the U.S. Secretary of the Army: “Our military’s strength is based on the men and women who are steadfast in their commitment to the cause…

Womack Statement on Transcript Release

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Washington, DC—September 25, 2019....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after the White House released the full transcript of President Trump’s call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: “The transcript reveals that Democrats have, once again, rushed to judgment without the facts. There was no quid pro quo, no mention of withholding military…

Womack Statement on U.S.-Japan Trade Deal

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Washington, DC—September 25, 2019....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after the United States and Japan signed a trade agreement at the UN General Assembly to expand market access for U.S. exporters: “Today’s deal between the United States and Japan will benefit Arkansas’s farmers, ranchers, and producers. Increased market access for U.S. agricultural…

Womack Statement on Speaker Pelosi's Impeachment Inquiry News

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Washington, DC—September 24, 2019....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement regarding Speaker Pelosi's impeachment inquiry announcement:  "This announcement is unsurprising. Instead of governing, House Democrats have been obsessed with impeachment – it’s been their entire agenda. Now, they are moving forward with an inquiry without all the facts. Fueling…

Arkansas Lawmakers Announce DOT Grant for Russellville Regional Airport

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Washington, DC—September 20, 2019….Congressman Steve Womack, U.S. Senator John Boozman, and U.S. Senator Tom Cotton today announced that Russellville Regional Airport will receive $1,575,212 in federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). The investment will be used for infrastructure and safety improvement projects, including a runway overlay, which will…