Bruce Westerman

WAKE UP AND SMELL THE SMOKE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)] [House] [Page H4615] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] WAKE UP AND…

Education is Close to Home Education is Close to Home We all have a story to tell regarding our time in the classroom. Whether it was staying up late to finish a homework assignment, gathering with classmates to prepare for an upcoming exam, or even participating in extracurricular activities, our…

A Rising Sun for our Democracy A Rising Sun for our Democracy Partisan disagreements are not new to our country. From the very beginning, our nation has wrestled with compromising ideas or priorities, differing regional interests, and deeply held beliefs. Even in 1787, when our Constitution was…

Encouraged by our Educators Encouraged by our Educators For decades, a student’s dyslexia diagnosis meant falling behind or underperforming academically with long-lasting impacts reverberating into adulthood. Studies have shown that students who lack critical reading skills are more likely to drop…

America’s Great Outdoors America’s Great Outdoors From sea to shining sea, our nation’s landscapes boast wonders unmatched by anywhere else in the world. From the glaciers in Alaska to the mighty Sequoias in California and the abundant geothermal springs right here in Arkansas, we are incredibly…

HONORING MISS PRESLEY BENNETT MISS ARKANSAS' TEEN 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 103 (Thursday, June 18, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 103 (Thursday, June 18, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E589] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

Fraud Week in the House Fraud Week in the House A foundational pillar for a well-functioning democracy is the people’s trust in their system of government. This trust is found when our government acts with integrity, delivers proper use of services created to provide aid and assistance, and…

The Importance of Diplomas and Community Development The Importance of Diplomas and Community Development The success of higher education isn’t necessarily measured by the number of diplomas distributed, but by the lasting impacts of its graduates on society. Through stronger communities, greater…

COMMITTING LEASES FOR ENERGY ACCESS NOW ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3758-H3760] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

LICENSE TO DRILL ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3757-H3758] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] LICENSE TO DRILL ACT…

AMERICAN BATTLEFIELD PROTECTION PROGRAM AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3755-H3757] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

FLORIDA SAFE SEAS ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Page H3751] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] FLORIDA SAFE SEAS…

NORTHWEST STRAITS MARINE CONSERVATION INITIATIVE REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3769-H3771] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

CONGRATULATING COLONEL THOMAS MURPHY ON HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E508-E509] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

TRANSFER OF LAND INTO TRUST FOR THE PECHANGA BAND OF INDIANS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3745-H3746] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

CROSS-BOUNDARY WILDFIRE SOLUTIONS ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3767-H3769] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

REAUTHORIZING THE FORT PECK RESERVATION RURAL WATER SYSTEM ACT OF 2000 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3766-H3767] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

ALASKA'S RIGHT TO IVORY SALES AND TRADITION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3765-H3766] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY ADVANCEMENT ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3760-H3765] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

FUTURE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CATAWBA INDIAN TRIBE OF SOUTH CAROLINA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3751-H3752] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

BENTON MACKAYE NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL FEASIBILITY STUDY ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3749-H3751] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

ALBUQUERQUE INDIAN SCHOOL ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3754-H3755] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

CRYSTAL RESERVOIR CONVEYANCE ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3752-H3754] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CRYSTAL…

UNRECOGNIZED SOUTHEAST ALASKA NATIVE COMMUNITIES RECOGNITION AND COMPENSATION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3746-H3749] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

Protecting and Serving our Communities Protecting and Serving our Communities It’s a great privilege to be able to travel from corner to corner of the Fourth District so frequently. These tours are always filled with meeting Arkansans who make our corner of the Natural State so unique. And meeting…

A Resting Place for an American Hero A Resting Place for an American Hero Freedom comes at a cost. Memorial Day serves as a weighty reminder of just how high a price many of our service men and women have paid. Most of us will spend our weekend enjoying the company of friends and family, hopefully…

NORTH DAKOTA TRUST LANDS COMPLETION ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3567-H3570] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

ESTABLISHMENT OF THE GENERAL GEORGE C. MARSHALL HOUSE AS AN AFFILIATED AREA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3572-H3573] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

STAR-SPANGLED SUMMIT ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3570-H3572] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time}…

Fair Health Care for Every American Fair Health Care for Every American Oftentimes, Washington overcomplicates simple issues that can be met with fiscally responsible, long-term solutions that lower costs and provide real results for real Americans. When it comes to health care policy, partisan…

Working with our Neighbors Working with our Neighbors Arkansas has long been a powerful contributor to national security and a driver for economic success. Our state strengthens American energy and national security by providing critical minerals, manufacturing, and trade access by routes like the…

Fighting for Arkansas Cotton Growers Fighting for Arkansas Cotton Growers For generations, agriculture has shaped Arkansas history and established a proud legacy that still lasts today. With Arkansas consistently ranking third in cotton production nationally, it’s important that the legislation…

FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3169-H3290] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

When Arkansans Come to Washington When Arkansans Come to Washington Working in Congress to represent my friends and neighbors across the Fourth District, it is essential that we work closely with local and state entities to ensure that the legislation that is advocated for – and passed – in…

HARNESSING ENERGY AT THERMAL SOURCES ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 72 (Thursday, April 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 72 (Thursday, April 23, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3073-H3077] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

A Nation of Second Chances A Nation of Second Chances This week, I was proud to introduce a bipartisan, bicameral resolution that recognizes April as Second Chance Month. This resolution raises awareness for unlocking opportunities for successful reentry into society following incarceration that…

PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 6387, FIRE IMPROVEMENT AND REFORMING EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS ACT; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 66 (Wednesday, April 15, 2026)] [House] [Pages…

The Importance of Water Infrastructure The Importance of Water Infrastructure Earlier this week, I had the privilege of attending the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new City of Hot Springs Water Plant that will be responsible for delivering clean, reliable, and safe drinking water for thousands of…

CONGRATULATING DR. JACK STERNBERG ON HIS INDUCTION TO THE ARKANSAS WALK OF FAME Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 62 (Monday, April 6, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 62 (Monday, April 6, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E303] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

Mobile Office Hours are Coming in April Mobile Office Hours are Coming in April With an area covering over 20,000 square miles, the Fourth District is the largest Congressional District in the state. From the Ouachita Mountains to the Delta, our district’s unique natural landscapes boast some of…

Celebrating National Reading Month Celebrating National Reading Month As digital entertainment dominates the attention of our nation’s youth, it is important to be reminded of the great significance reading has on sharpening the mind and broadening the ability to think critically. March is National…

Dalilah’s Law Restores Roadway Integrity Dalilah’s Law Restores Roadway Integrity Sitting in the Transportation and Infrastructure hearing room this week as Chairman Graves gaveled us in to begin committee activity was young Dalilah Coleman accompanied by her mother and father. Committee hearings…

PROTECTING ACCESS FOR HUNTERS AND ANGLERS ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 49 (Wednesday, March 18, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 49 (Wednesday, March 18, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2576-H2580] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

SAVE OUR SEQUOIAS ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2503-H2509] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] SAVE OUR SEQUOIAS…

DEPLOYING INFRASTRUCTURE WITH GREATER INTERNET TRANSACTIONS AND LEGACY APPLICATIONS ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2511-H2513] From the Congressional Record Online through…

SMALL CEMETERY CONVEYANCE ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2510-H2511] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] SMALL…

VICKSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARK BOUNDARY MODIFICATION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 47 (Monday, March 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2509-H2510] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

Protecting our Kids in a Digital World Protecting our Kids in a Digital World The internet and social media have become a modern-day Wild West. The increased use of AI and social media by bad actors with little regulation from the tech industry has led to severe impacts on our children’s safety and…

Celebrating the Legacy of Hot Springs Celebrating the Legacy of Hot Springs The United States is second to none in its beauty. This year, as our nation celebrates 250 years of independence, what better way to honor our great country than visiting its national parks which boast that majestic beauty?…

CELEBRATING DUB BALLARD ON HIS CENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 41 (Wednesday, March 4, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2379-H2380] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […