Washington, DC—January 4, 2023....Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) released the following statement after Governor-elect Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced her nominations of Major General Kendall Penn as the Secretary of the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs and Brigadier General Jonathan Stubbs as the Adjutant General of the Arkansas National Guard:

“Major General Kendall Penn and Brigadier General Jonathan Stubbs are proven leaders who have a deep love and understanding of the uniform and Arkansas. With decades of distinguished leadership, MG Penn is well-equipped to ensure our veterans are provided the world-class care and services they’ve earned. BG Stubbs is also an outstanding choice to lead the Arkansas National Guard. I knew early on when I was his battalion commander that he was destined for greatness as a military officer. These nominations are a consequence of their integrity and hard work. I’m grateful for their dedicated service to the Natural State and commend Governor-elect Sanders for these tremendous choices.”

Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) has represented Arkansas’s Third Congressional District since 2011. He is a member of the House Appropriations Committee.

womack.house.gov

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