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West Point, NY—July 26, 2024…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), Chairman of the West Point Board of Visitors (BOV), traveled to the United States Military Academy at West Point to observe cadet summer training, meet with cadets and academy leadership, and lead the West Point Board of Visitors meeting.

Chairman Womack said, “One of my highlights each summer is observing cadet training and meeting with our next generation of Army leaders, particularly those from Arkansas’ Third District. As Chairman of the West Point Board of Visitors, I focused today's board meeting on the cadets’ developmental experience and ensuring USMA remains the world’s preeminent leadership institute. I’m incredibly proud of these cadets, who commit themselves every day to the values of Duty, Honor, and Country.”

Today, Chairman Womack observed cadet summer training and led the Board of Visitors meeting, where board members received briefings on West Point’s academic, physical, and military priorities. Faculty and cadets also led discussions on a range of topics, including developing leaders of character, building diverse and effective teams, modernizing readiness capabilities, strengthening partnerships, and the importance of investments in military readiness.

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point Board of Visitors provides independent advice and recommendations on academy matters, including morale and discipline, curriculum, instruction, physical equipment, fiscal affairs, academic methods, and other issues deemed appropriate by board members. 

Chairman Womack was first appointed to the BOV in 2012 by Speaker John Boehner and subsequently elected BOV Chairman in 2017. He is currently the only congressional representative from Arkansas to serve on the board.