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Boozman, Womack Celebrate Federal Investment for Crawford County Water Infrastructure
Position: The release celebrates a $8.9 million USDA Rural Development grant to Mountainburg for water infrastructure expansion and states support for rural water infrastructure projects and for passing Farm Bill 2.0.
Rep. Womack, Sen. Boozman and USDA official David Branscum presented a USDA grant check to Mountainburg Mayor Susan Wilson.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined Congressman Steve Womack (AR-03) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Arkansas David Branscum to present a check for $8.9 million to the City of Mountainburg to improve its water infrastructure.
The USDA Rural Development award will enable the city to expand its water infrastructure to better serve members of the community.
"Adequate infrastructure is critical for access to clean, safe water. I applaud Mountainburg's leaders who worked to secure these funds that will ensure this vital resource is available to their community. It is a great example of why I strongly support projects that enhance rural water infrastructure and remain committed to bolstering programs like this that improve the lives of Arkansans by passing Farm Bill 2.0," Boozman said.
"We cannot allow our rural communities to be left behind, and the federal government can be a critical partner in helping them keep pace. USDA Rural Development's investment in the first phase of Mountainburg's water line expansion project in north-central Crawford County will pay dividends for years to come, ensuring families have access to clean, safe drinking water without having to haul water or rely on wells that fail quantity or quality tests. But there is still work to do, which is why I secured $4.4 million in the appropriations bills signed into law this year. This funding will build on the progress already made and extend access to clean water to more than 300 additional residents. I thank Mountainburg Mayor Susan Wilson for her initiative and hard work in engaging with her federal counterparts to meet the needs of both her city and the broader community," Womack said.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/10/boozman-womack-celebrate-federal-investment-for-crawford-county-water-infrastructure
Boozman Applauds $54.6 Million Awarded to Arkansas in Rural Health Transformation Funds
Position: Senator Boozman praises a federal allocation of $54.6 million to Arkansas through the second round of the Rural Health Transformation Program for rural healthcare workforce, maternal health, and chronic disease initiatives.
U.S. Senator John Boozman (AR-R) praised an announcement by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that a $54.6 million investment is being delivered to recruit, train and retain Arkansas' rural healthcare workforce, expand maternal healthcare services and help fight chronic disease in the state through the second round of the federal Rural Health Transformation Program.
The funding for this round, provided as part of the Working Families Tax Cuts, includes $27.4 million for 30 projects through the Healthy Eating, Active Recreation & Transformation (HEART) initiative and $27.2 million for 24 projects through the Recruitment, Innovation Skills, and Education for Arkansas (RISE AR) initiative. Combined with the previous round of funding through the Telehealth, Health-Monitoring, and Response Innovation for Vital Expansion (THRIVE) and the Promoting Access Coordination and Transformation (PACT) priority, the full $208 million allocated to Arkansas in 2026 RHTP investments has now been awarded.
"This investment is great news for Arkansans and the communities that will benefit from efforts to elevate and emphasize quality medical care close to home. By supporting initiatives focused on preventing and managing chronic diseases as well as bolstering the healthcare workforce, this funding will help address the unique challenges facing rural communities. I'm pleased to see these resources going toward improving the health and well-being of Arkansans and ensuring our rural communities are better positioned to provide care and treatment for years to come," said Boozman.
"President Trump understands that every American deserves high-quality healthcare, no matter where they live," said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. "We are putting resources directly into rural communities to strengthen the health workforce, modernize infrastructure, expand access, and bring care closer to home. We are giving states the flexibility to build solutions around the people they serve, while demanding accountability for results. That is how we strengthen rural health, improve the lives of patients and families, and Make America Healthy Again."
"Every state knows best what its rural communities need, and thanks to President Trump's Rural Health Transformation Program, they now have the resources to meet those needs," said CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. "As states put these resources to work, we're focused on turning these investments into meaningful, sustainable improvements for the health systems that serve rural Arkansans."
"Transforming rural health care starts long before a patient walks through the hospital doors," said Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. "Thanks to President Trump's One, Big, Beautiful Bill, we're strengthening rural health care from the ground up – building healthier communities, growing our health care workforce, and giving providers the tools they need to better serve their patients. These projects will help Arkansans live healthier lives and build a stronger rural health care system for generations to come."
Click here to learn more about Arkansas grant recipients and projects in this round of RHTP funding. For more on the first round of funding, click here.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/10/boozman-applauds-54-6-million-awarded-to-arkansas-in-rural-health-transformation-funds
Position: The senators support streamlining federal permitting for habitat restoration projects under the Clean Water Act while maintaining environmental protections, to reduce regulatory delays for conservation work that produces net ecological benefits.
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), Alan Armstrong (R-OK) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) have introduced the bipartisan Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act to streamline federal permitting for habitat restoration projects that produce net ecological benefits.
The legislation would establish a new permitting pathway under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act for projects that restore, enhance or rehabilitate degraded aquatic habitats. This streamlined process could help farmers and conservation partners move conservation projects forward more efficiently, including restoring wetlands on marginal farmland, reconnecting floodplains, stabilizing eroding streambanks and installing berms and water-control structures.
"Arkansas is The Natural State in part because we take great pride and care in the stewardship of the land, water and other resources. Restoring degraded habitats is an important part of conserving and strengthening them, so it should not be as hard or harder for projects that deliver a net ecological benefit to move forward. This bipartisan legislation streamlines the permitting process while maintaining strong environmental protections, giving farmers, landowners and conservationists greater certainty as they work to improve critical habitats," said Boozman.
"I am proud to introduce the Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act alongside Senators Boozman, Blunt Rochester, and Armstrong. Our legislation will make habitat restoration more efficient, cut red tape, and create a predictable path for restoration projects. We know how important this is in Maryland as we continue to work to protect the Chesapeake Bay and support numerous wetlands restoration projects throughout the state that help to drive a booming outdoor economy," said Alsobrooks.
"Modernizing our permitting system does not mean degrading the environment. In fact, we achieve far better ecological outcomes when private capital is directed into direct, on-the-ground conservation and habitat restoration rather than being wasted on endless litigation and administrative review loops. By streamlining Clean Water Act reviews for ecological restoration projects, we can unlock private investment for local communities and live up to the core standard I learned early in my career: we should always leave the land better than we found it. I'm proud to join Senators Boozman, Alsobrooks, and Blunt Rochester in advancing this bipartisan effort to cut red tape and make it easier to build projects that genuinely improve our environment," said Armstrong.
"As the lowest-lying state, Delawareans know the importance of restoring our shorelines and mitigating flooding from natural hazards. However, current permitting guidelines can make it difficult to jumpstart projects that restore our natural ecosystems. I'm proud to support the bipartisan Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act to streamline projects that will strengthen our natural infrastructure, make our communities more resilient, and help preserve our environment for generations to come," said Blunt Rochester.
This bill is supported by Ducks Unlimited (DU), the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation (CSF), Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership(TRCP), National Audubon Society and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC).
"Restoration projects make our public and working lands healthier, and the permitting process should help expedite that work, not slow it down. The Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act would provide a more predictable path for conservation projects while maintaining a clear focus on measurable gains for habitat and wildlife. Ducks Unlimited appreciates the bipartisan leadership behind this legislation and its recognition that we can strengthen wetland functions and services while making on-the-ground restoration more achievable," said DU CEO Adam Putnam.
"Healthy habitat is the foundation of healthy fish and wildlife populations and the sporting opportunities they support. The Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act seeks to provide a more predictable and efficient pathway for restoration projects while maintaining existing environmental safeguards. We appreciate Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus members Senators Boozman and Armstrong, and Senators Alsobrooks and Blunt Rochester for working together on ways to help important habitat restoration projects move from planning to implementation," said CSF Senior Vice President and COO Taylor Schmitz.
"Every month a restoration project waits on a permit is a month hunters and anglers could lose habitat and opportunity. Habitat restoration practitioners can spend years navigating a permitting process built to scrutinize development rather than approve restoration. The Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act recognizes that restoration deserves its own path through that process. We thank Senators Boozman, Alsobrooks, Armstrong, and Blunt Rochester for introducing this bill and helping beneficial projects get on the ground faster," said TRCP Vice President of Government Affairs Zach Bodhane.
"Our coasts, wetlands, and watersheds are critical resources for people, local communities and billions of birds, but they are at increasing risk from changing environmental conditions, making habitat restoration more vital than ever. This bill will strengthen those efforts by expanding important permitting tools so restoration can move forward at the scale and pace needed to make habitats and communities more resilient," said National Audubon Society Vice President of Government Affairs Felice Stadler.
"As Director of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, I strongly support the Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act of 2026 because it directly enhances our ability to execute critical conservation work. The Commission conducts numerous habitat restoration projects, and streamlining this permitting process will reduce the administrative hurdles that so often delay environmental progress. Ultimately, this legislation empowers us to manage our woods and waters more efficiently, ensuring healthier ecosystems for the environment and better outdoor experiences for Arkansas's hunters and anglers," said AGFC Director Doug Schoenrock.
The Ecological Restoration Project Permitting Act would:
Click here to read the text of the bill.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/10/boozman-alsobrooks-armstrong-blunt-rochester-introduce-the-ecological-restoration-project-permitting-act
Boozman, Blumenthal Introduce Bill to Strengthen Veterans Crisis Line, Support Personnel
Position: Senators Boozman and Blumenthal introduced bipartisan legislation to improve mental health support and workplace protections for Veterans Crisis Line employees, many of whom are veterans, in response to reports of harassment and emotional strain.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) and Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) recently introduced the Veterans Crisis Line Support and Safety Act, bipartisan legislation that would improve mental health support and workplace conditions for Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) employees, many of whom are veterans themselves.
"The men and women providing instant and critical mental health support to veterans during some of their most difficult moments are an invaluable, life-saving resource. Many VCL employees are veterans themselves and understand the challenges those they serve are facing. I am proud this bipartisan legislation would guarantee their access to key tools and protections for their wellbeing, ensuring assistance for veterans in crisis is not delayed or denied," said Boozman, a senior member of the Veterans' Affairs Committee and Chairman of the Military Construction and VA Appropriations Subcommittee.
"Veterans Crisis Line employees do lifesaving work every day in the most difficult circumstances. Unfortunately, these workers often face emotionally challenging situations. Our bipartisan bill will provide these employees much-needed mental health services and increased workplace protections to ensure they are given the support and space they need to serve veterans," said Blumenthal.
The VCL provides a life-saving service for responding to veterans in crisis and is an important tool for preventing veteran suicide—offering 24/7 confidential assistance through call, text or chat support. The VCL Support and Safety Act was drafted with input from employees who provided testimony about being harassed in their jobs and needing additional workplace protections given the sensitive and emotional hardships of their work. Full impact statements from VCL responders can be found HERE, HERE and HERE.
Among its many provisions, the Veterans Crisis Line Support and Safety Act would:
The Veterans Crisis Line Support and Safety Act is endorsed by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) National Veterans Affairs Council.
Click here to view text of the bill.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/10/boozman-blumenthal-introduce-bill-to-strengthen-veterans-crisis-line-support-personnel
Arkansas Delegation: Working Families Tax Cuts Delivering $1 Billion to State’s Farm Families
Position: The release describes enhanced farm safety net benefits, including updated reference prices and payment limits, delivered through the Working Families Tax Cuts law, and calls for a comprehensive five-year farm bill to be enacted this year.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR), Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR), and Congressmen Rick Crawford (AR-01), French Hill (AR-02), Steve Womack (AR-03) and Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced Arkansas farmers will begin receiving an estimated $1 billion in enhanced farm safety net benefits this month, thanks to improvements secured through the Working Families Tax Cuts.
"Agriculture is a cornerstone of Arkansas's economy, supporting families, communities and business across our state. Farmers need the tools to manage risk as well as the certainty and predictability to plan ahead. The improvements to the farm safety net delivered through the Working Families Tax Cuts are an important step in providing Natural State producers the support they need to continue producing our nation's food and fiber. Our delegation is pleased that these benefits are now getting in the hands of our farmers, and we're building on that momentum to deliver a comprehensive five-year farm bill to be signed into law this year," Boozman said.
"Last year's Republican-led tax cuts included vital lifelines for Arkansas farmers after years of neglect under Joe Biden, including an estimated $1 billion in enhanced farm safety net benefits spearheaded by Senator Boozman. I'm pleased our farmers will receive these benefits this month to help them continue to grow, harvest, and operate," Cotton said.
"Farmers have faced rising input costs and volatile markets for multiple years, and the existing safety net programs have not kept pace. Enhanced ARC and PLC payments, including updated statutory reference prices and modernized payment limits, will give farmers and producers the economic certainty they need to stay viable. I thank Sen. Boozman for his leadership in securing these investments for our ag economy. When our family farms are secure, our nation has a safe and dependable food supply," Crawford said.
"Our farmers and ranchers need the tools and resources to grow, compete, and plan for the future. I am proud that Arkansas's entire congressional delegation voted for the Working Families Tax Cuts, which supports our rural communities and strengthens the farm safety net, including with more than $1 billion now headed to producers across our state. We still have more work to do, including getting a strong Farm Bill across the finish line, but this is another example of how the Working Families Tax Cuts continues delivering for Arkansas," Hill said.
"Our delegation delivered for all Arkansans by modernizing our nation's most crucial farm safety net programs in the Working Families Tax Cuts law. Updated reference prices were long overdue, and this month, farmers will see the benefits of our work through increased support. I am proud to have worked with my colleagues to pass this landmark legislation and deliver much-needed support to the men and women who work tirelessly to provide our nation's food, fiber, and fuel," Womack said.
"For generations, agriculture has defined Arkansas' proud legacy. To maintain this heritage and support this multi-billion-dollar industry that drives our economy, our farmers need greater certainty. The Republican-backed improvements to the farm safety net payments provided under the reconciliation package are an excellent step toward that goal. Farming families from every corner of Arkansas are the backbone of our economy – feeding, clothing, and fueling millions. I want them to know their concerns are being heard in Congress. While I join my colleagues in celebrating this win for Arkansas agriculture, the fight to secure more long-lasting financial security for its future is far from over," Westerman said.
The increased Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) payments are part of the $13.8 billion approved by Congress to modernize the farm safety net and strengthen risk management tools for agricultural producers, more than doubling the support farmers were expected to receive before these changes.
Implementation for improvements to ARC and PLC follows the U.S. Department of Agriculture's rollout of other Working Families Tax Cuts provisions, including expanded access to and eligibility for standing disaster programs such as the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) and Livestock Forage Program (LFP), in addition to measures making crop insurance more affordable.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/10/arkansas-delegation-working-families-tax-cuts-delivering-1-billion-to-state-s-farm-families
ICYMI: Boozman Touts Paid Leave Legislation on The Hill’s Future of Supporting American Families Panel
Position: Senator Boozman supports the More Paid Leave for More Americans Act, a bipartisan bill that would establish a flexible framework allowing states and employers to create paid leave programs without excessive regulatory burden.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) joined The Hill for a panel discussion on the future of supporting American families. Alongside Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and The Hill Contributing Editor Kathleen Koch, Boozman discussed his bipartisan More Paid Leave for More Americans Act that would address gaps in access to paid leave by giving states and employers a flexible framework to establish paid leave programs and collaborate on administrative challenges.
On why he is excited about the legislation and its features:
"The world is totally different than it was even a few years ago. Everybody's working, everybody has to work. There's a lot of smaller companies that want to [offer paid leave] but they're overwhelmed by the prospect of going through all the hoops, all the regulation that you have now. And the other part, too, is making it where you have a framework, but it's flexible. Arkansas is a state that has a lot of elderly in it, so we're seeing a lot of elder care, that's more important. And then, as the congresswoman said, the fact that you sort out these interstate problems. You know, so many companies have employees in [multiple] states, and you start trying to figure all that out. So it's just a good step in the right direction."
On Arkansas leading on paid leave for teachers and state employees:
"Arkansas is a very conservative state and this has been really appreciated by all. If you polled it, it would be way, way up there. People understand this is desperately needed. There's only a few states that've done this. So by them doing it, and I think Sarah Huckabee Sanders, again, leading that charge is good in the sense that conservatives look at that. And I think that, because they do it, other states will fall in line."
On employers' receptiveness to the concept:
"It's important that, not only does it give the states flexibility, it gives the employers flexibility. That's what they want. But you have to do these things to compete. A smaller business can't compete with a bigger business that provides a similar service because of the fact that the bigger business can sometimes do these things, and the small business is frustrated because they just don't have the ability to get started. That's what this does. I think most businesses want their employees to be happy, successful, have a good attitude, be able to make things work. And this is one of the things that I think is crucial as we go forward as a society, with the increased demands on everybody. As a whole, I think they're excited about having the opportunity. For the first time they'll be able to have a framework. It's not going to cost them an arm and a leg to get into it."
On the importance of an incremental approach:
"It's a three-year pilot. It's a great step in the right direction. It allows us to look at unintended consequences, and I'm sure there will be some that I'm sure we can fix as we go forward. I got involved with this because of maternal health and because I'm an optometrist. You know, when you look at healthcare bankruptcies, maternal health –– if you have paid leave there's 50 percent less hospitalizations of the mother, 47 percent less hospitalizations of the child. Having a better workforce, a happier workforce, a more productive workforce –– that's really what it's all about."
"We have a bill. It's not really complicated. We've got agreement. We'll work out our differences. That's a good recipe to start with, that doesn't happen very often. The time is right. You can't fix a problem unless you can measure it. I think this is something we will be able to measure. Paid leave lessens a lot of other problems."
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Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/9/icymi-boozman-touts-paid-leave-legislation-on-the-hill-s-future-of-supporting-american-families-panel
Boozman, Duckworth Lead Bill to Enhance Support of Women Veterans
Position: The release supports legislation to enhance VA oversight and data collection on women veterans' health care and services to identify gaps and improve care outcomes.
U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), members of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen oversight of women veterans' health care and improve access to the services and resources they need.
The Veterans' Outcomes, Inclusion, Care, and Experience (VOICE) for Women Veterans Act would modernize an annual report from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) so legislators, the VA and veteran advocates have a comprehensive reference to drive change and resolve issues affecting the care and benefits women veterans have earned and deserve.
Women are the fastest growing population of veterans utilizing services at the VA. Boozman has championed reforms to the department to better serve women veterans, including passage of the Deborah Sampson Act and Dr. Kate Hendricks Thomas SERVICE Act. Veteran Service Organizations have emphasized the lack of sufficient data collection or reporting requirements to quantify or evaluate the women veterans experience.
"Women veterans have made tremendous sacrifices in service to our nation, and they deserve access to the quality care and resources they have earned. As we look to improve the quality of care for women veterans in Arkansas and across the country, we must ensure the VA gathers the data and information necessary to identify gaps, address challenges and improve health outcomes. This bipartisan legislation will help strengthen accountability and ensure women veterans receive the care and support they are owed," said Boozman.
"Our nation would never be ready for battle without our brave women in uniform. For all they've sacrificed for our country, we owe it to our women heroes to ensure the VA is equipped to provide them the high-quality, tailored care that they have earned through their service. Our bipartisan legislation would require the VA to take a deep look at how well female Veterans are actually being served and how we can improve health outcomes. As the primary health care home for Veterans, this comprehensive review at the VA is long overdue to better care for the fastest growing Veteran group in the country," said Duckworth.
This bill is supported by the Wounded Warrior Project, Disabled American Veterans and Paralyzed Veterans of America.
"Women veterans are the fastest-growing population of veterans and deserve a VA that keeps pace with their evolving needs. We thank Senators Boozman and Duckworth for introducing the bipartisan VOICE for Women Veterans Act, which would give policymakers a more complete picture of women veterans' experiences accessing health care and benefits. By strengthening transparency and accountability, this legislation would help identify barriers, close gaps in care and services, and ensure women veterans receive the support and care they earned," said Jen Silva, Chief Program Officer for Wounded Warrior Project.
"The VOICE for Women Veterans Act recognizes a simple truth: Women veterans deserve a healthcare system that sees them, hears them and meets their needs. For too many women veterans, getting care can mean navigating a complex system that was not designed with their experiences in mind. They may struggle to find providers who understand women's health needs, access mental health care or military sexual trauma treatment, or receive timely care for conditions related to their military service. When those gaps go unrecognized, women veterans and their families pay the price. This bill would help bring greater attention to those challenges and give policymakers the information needed to address them. That matters because women veterans should not have to fight through unnecessary barriers to receive the care and benefits they have earned. DAV proudly supports the VOICE for Women Veterans Act and thanks Sen. Boozman and Sen. Duckworth for their leadership in introducing this important legislation. By listening to women veterans and confronting the barriers they face, Congress can help build a VA healthcare system that serves every veteran with respect, dignity and the care they deserve," said DAV Deputy National Legislative Director Naomi Mathis.
"Women veterans are the fastest growing veteran demographic. More than five years ago, Congress recognized the urgency of expanding VA benefits and services to meet the needs of women veterans with the passage of the Deborah Sampson Act. The VOICE for Women Veterans Act picks up on that important legislation, by directing the most comprehensive assessment of the benefits and services currently available to women veterans. The information garnered by the updated reporting requirements in this bill will help ensure that the VA meets the needs of women veterans for decades to come. We appreciate the efforts of Senator Boozman and Senator Duckworth to introduce this important legislation," said Heather Ansley, Paralyzed Veterans of America Chief Policy Officer.
To read the full bill text, click here.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/9/boozman-duckworth-lead-bill-to-enhance-support-of-women-veterans
Boozman Highlights Arkansas Ag Voices in Push for Farm Bill 2.0
Position: Senator Boozman advocates for passage of Farm Bill 2.0, emphasizing that the legislation provides necessary tools, resources, and modernized provisions to support farmers, rural communities, and agricultural operations.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman (R-AR) is continuing his push to advance Farm Bill 2.0 by highlighting the voices of farmers, conservationists and rural Americans in The Natural State and nationwide. These men and women represent all those who rely on a strong, comprehensive and modern Farm Bill to support their operations, families and communities.
Boozman has been featuring real-world stories from the people who feed and fuel America, steward our natural resources and strengthen rural communities in a social media campaign launched last month. The effort has included several Arkansans' perspectives and showcases why they urgently need the provisions included in Farm Bill 2.0.
"In developing Farm Bill 2.0, we've gone directly to the men, women, families and communities impacted by these policies to hear what's working, what's not and what they need from a modernized Farm Bill. Their experiences and ideas helped shape this legislation. Farm Bill 2.0 is about giving the people who produce our food, protect our land and sustain our rural communities the tools and certainty they need to succeed. These stories, including key voices from Arkansas, make clear just how necessary Farm Bill 2.0 is to deliver long-term resources and stability. The committee must advance this bill, and I look forward to doing so this week," said Boozman.
"As fish farmers, our operations rely heavily on maintaining stable water levels and managing high input costs, especially when extreme weather hits. Farm Bill 2.0's ELAP improvements are a gamechanger for aquaculture producers like us. By helping offset the heavy financial burdens of transportation costs and feed during severe droughts or adverse conditions, this program provides a crucial safety net," said Mike Freeze, Arkansas fish farmer.
"I understand firsthand that managing soaring input costs and keeping our operations capitalized in today's economic climate is an ongoing challenge. Farm Bill 2.0 addresses these modern realities head-on by updating vital credit and loan limits, such as Farm Service Agency operating and ownership loans. Getting a fully modernized farm bill across the finish line in the Senate is crucial to providing farm families with the financial stability and risk-management tools we desperately need to keep producing," said Arkansas Farm Bureau President Dan Wright.
"As an emergency physician in rural Arkansas, I've delivered babies in an ER because the nearest labor and delivery unit closed years ago. Farm Bill 2.0 takes that seriously — a Commission on Rural Maternal Health, financing tools for rural hospitals and EMS, and the broadband that makes telehealth possible. I'm grateful to Chairman Boozman and the Senate Agriculture Committee for keeping rural access at the center of this bill," said Lee Johnson, physician and Arkansas State Representative.
The #FacesOfFarmBill campaign puts producers and rural Americans at the center of the farm bill conversation, sharing their stories of how Farm Bill 2.0 would impact their operations, communities and livelihoods as well as help them navigate the challenges they face.
Farm Bill 2.0 is built for farmers, for rural communities and for the future. The legislation includes more than 100 bipartisan priorities designed to strengthen agriculture, support rural America and provide producers with greater certainty. Boozman announced his intention to reconvene the committee to resume consideration of the legislation at a business meeting on Wednesday, September 16.
To follow the campaign and read the stories from the people who are relying on an updated Farm Bill, follow #FacesOfFarmBill and visit the committee's social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Farmers and rural advocates in Arkansas have shared what Farm Bill 2.0 means to them in the #FacesOfFarmBill campaign.
Permalink: https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/9/boozman-highlights-arkansas-ag-voices-in-push-for-farm-bill-2-0
Position: Senator Boozman supports the SUSTAIN 340B Act, bipartisan legislation designed to provide greater stability, clarity, and transparency in the 340B drug discount program while preserving its benefits for hospitals, clinics, and community health centers serving rural and underserved communities.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Tim Kaine (D-VA) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) – members of the Senate 340B Bipartisan Working Group – recently introduced the SUSTAIN 340B Act to provide greater stability, clarity and transparency in the 340B program. Arkansas healthcare leaders are praising the bipartisan legislation and Boozman's leadership to strengthen the program and ensure it continues to support Natural State patients and healthcare providers.
"Arkansas hospitals, clinics and healthcare providers rely on the 340B program to stretch their resources and provide care to more patients, especially in rural and underserved communities. The SUSTAIN 340B Act will strengthen this critical program by providing the clarity and stability Arkansas providers need while preserving their ability to support patients. Our bipartisan effort is carefully crafted to protect this important resource and ensure providers in Arkansas can continue delivering quality care their communities depend on," said Boozman.
"The Arkansas Hospital Association applauds Senator Boozman's participation in the working group responsible for introducing the SUSTAIN 340B Act. The benefits our eligible hospitals receive from the 340B program allow them to maintain critical care and access for patients across Arkansas — a vital lifeline given that our state's hospital reimbursement rates rank among the lowest in the nation. By moving away from a rebate model, this legislation helps clarify and protect the original intent of the 340B program, ensuring our hospitals can continue delivering quality care to every Arkansan," said Arkansas Hospital Association CEO & President Bo Ryall.
"Community health centers across Arkansas rely on the 340B program to stretch limited resources and reinvest those savings into the care and services our patients and communities need. For rural and underserved communities in particular, protecting 340B means protecting access to care. We are deeply grateful to Senator Boozman for his longstanding support of Arkansas's community health centers and his continued commitment to listening to the providers and communities we serve. His leadership, alongside his bipartisan colleagues, reflects the thoughtful collaboration necessary to strengthen 340B while preserving its critical benefits for patients. The SUSTAIN 340B Act is an important step toward providing greater clarity, accountability, and long-term stability while reaffirming the program's fundamental purpose: helping safety-net providers stretch scarce resources to expand access to care. We appreciate Senator Boozman's leadership in working to ensure 340B remains strong and sustainable for the patients and communities who depend on it,"said Community Health Centers of Arkansas Chief Executive Officer Lanita S. Shaverd, PharmD.
"Sen. John Boozman has long been a champion for Arkansas patients and the hospitals that serve them, especially in our rural communities. His leadership and steadfast support for meaningful 340B reform will help preserve a program that enables providers like UAMS to expand access to care, invest in critical services, and meet the needs of our most vulnerable patients. UAMS is grateful for Senator Boozman's commitment to protecting the 340B program and ensuring it remains a strong resource for improving the health of Arkansans," said UAMS Chancellor C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.
"The 340B program works because it was built around a straightforward idea: extend the reach of healthcare into communities that need it most. At Community Clinic, the benefits of the program through our contract pharmacy partnerships allow us to deliver integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services to more than 70,000 patients across Arkansas and northeastern Oklahoma. Senator Boozman has long understood what's at stake — for patients and for the health systems that serve them. I'm encouraged that the SUSTAIN 340B Act works to keep the program true to its original intent while bringing the clarity and accountability that will sustain it for years to come," said Community Clinic President & CEO Judd Semingson, APRN, MSN, MBA.
In 2021, Arkansas was the first state in the nation to enact a law protecting 340B covered entities' ability to use contract pharmacies. Many covered entities participate in the 340B program in Arkansas, including several federally-qualified health centers and 40 hospitals. The program enables these safety-net providers to purchase discounted outpatient medications and use the resulting savings to stretch limited resources, including by providing free or discounted medications, reducing patient's out-of-pocket costs and providing charity care as well as other services for underserved and medically vulnerable patients.
Learn more about the SUSTAIN 340B Act here.
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Boozman: Farm Bill Markup is Choice Between Voting to Help Farmers or More Rhetoric
Position: Chairman Boozman advocates for passage of the Agricultural Act of 2026 (Farm Bill 2.0), which he characterizes as strengthening commodity programs, expanding crop insurance access, improving disaster assistance, and investing in animal health. He presents the bill as the final offer on SNAP program concerns and warns that defeat would result in current law remaining in effect with increased state costs.
The following is the Chairman's opening statement as prepared for delivery:
"Good morning. I call to order today's business meeting of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry to consider an original bill, the Agricultural Act of 2026, or what I like to call Farm Bill 2.0.
"Before I begin my formal comments, I would like to recognize my friend and colleague, Senator Mitch McConnell, who continues his recovery and is unable to join us for today's business meeting.
"I spoke with Senator McConnell yesterday. I know how much he would have wanted to be here to advocate for Kentucky's farmers and rural communities. Throughout his career, Senator McConnell has been a steadfast champion for the Bluegrass State's agricultural producers, advancing policies that expand opportunity, strengthen rural America, and enhance the competitiveness of American agriculture.
"He's served on this committee his entire tenure in the Senate, and this is the eighth farm bill he has helped shape. Few members bring the depth of experience and institutional knowledge that he does or better understand how important this legislation is to America's farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
"His leadership has helped deliver meaningful solutions for the men and women who work every day to feed, fuel, and clothe our nation. We wish him a full and speedy recovery, and we look forward to welcoming him back to the committee soon.
"During this journey of drafting a new farm bill, I have visited many states. While I was in North Dakota with my good friend Senator Hoeven, a woman told me that we needed to put more 'farm in the farm bill'. That statement stuck with me and has served as a mantra during this process.
"Last year we answered the call for more farm in the farm bill through the Working Families Tax Cuts.
"Those improvements delivered meaningful support to producers by strengthening commodity programs, expanding access to affordable crop insurance, improving disaster assistance, investing in animal health programs and making farm programs more responsive to the risks farmers face every today.
"The bill before you today, Farm Bill 2.0, is a sincere attempt to finalize our work for the farmers, ranchers, producers, and rural communities that are the backbone of our nation and give them the five-year farm bill they deserve. Beyond that, this legislation, once we adopt the en bloc amendment, represents the best and final offer I can make to address the concerns the minority has raised on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
"I want to be clear a two-year delay does not have the support of the majority in Congress or of the White House. The offer before you is the best and final offer. Should this legislation be defeated today, current law will remain in effect and states with poorly administered SNAP programs will begin to pay for a portion of benefit costs next year.
"We have worked very hard to provide a one-year extension. In return, we have gotten: 'It's two years or nothing. And by the way, we don't want to even discuss the farm bill until you give us two years.'
"How is that taking care of hardworking families trying to make a living in farm country? In the last year, Arkansas has had more farm bankruptcies than the last four and a half years combined.
"Finally, thanks to the efforts of Senators Fischer, Thune, Capito, and Daines we have included year-round E15. Today, senators will have an opportunity for the first time to advance out of committee, legislation that will authorize the blending of E15 year-round.
"I'm proud of the bill we put together. It builds on the House-passed Farm Bill. This is the best opportunity to do good things for our farmers, rural communities and the future of agriculture.
"This bill incorporates more than 100 bipartisan bills and priorities from my colleagues with feedback from farmers, ranchers, and rural community leaders.
"We took great effort to craft a bipartisan product that reflects the needs and ideas of producers from every region of the country.
"In Arkansas, producers are facing extraordinarily difficult circumstances. I've heard firsthand from farm families whose roots in agriculture stretch back generations. Today, many are being forced to decide whether to continue operating at a loss or close their operations for good.
"I know every member of this committee has heard similar stories from farmers back home. These are families who rise before dawn every day to grow the food, fuel and fiber that sustain our nation.
"They aren't asking for special treatment—they're asking for the certainty and support they need to keep farming.
"They're looking to us to act. They're looking to us for hope.
"This Farm Bill provides that hope. It gives producers the tools and confidence they need to keep farming, keep investing, and keep feeding America.
"This legislation is about far more than agricultural policy. It's about ensuring family farms remain viable, rural communities remain strong, and future generations have the opportunity to carry forward America's proud agricultural tradition.
"We have built a farm bill for the people who feed America and today we'll see who talks about supporting farmers and who is voting to help farmers.
"I now recognize the Ranking Member for any comments she may have."
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.NATIONAL PECAN FEDERATION INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (P2 contributions$10,000
2.WATERPAC - NATIONAL RURAL WATER ASSOCIATION PAC2 contributions$10,000
5.S. C. JOHNSON & SON INC POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE3 contributions$6,000
6.ZURICH HOLDING CO. OF AMERICA Z-PAC1 contribution$5,000
7.EQUIPMENT LEASING AND FINANCE ASSN PAC (LEASEPAC)1 contribution$5,000
8.BEEF-PAC (BEEF POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE OF TEXAS CATTLE FE1 contribution$5,000
9.UNITED STATES PEANUT POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE1 contribution$5,000
10.TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUNDAgriculture1 contributionAgricultural advocacy PAC affiliated with the Texas Farm Bureau — supports candidates backing farm-friendly policies, commodity protections, and rural economic interests.AI$5,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.ANDREESSEN HOROWITZ$21,000
2.SELF$11,000
3.COINBASE$10,500
4.1ST FINANCIAL BANK USA$7,000
5.RIVER BEND INDUSTRIES$7,000
6.ROBINHOOD MARKETS$7,000
7.SOROBAN CAPITAL PARTNERS LP$7,000
8.O'KEEFFE SHAHMORADI STRATEGIES$7,000
9.ROBINHOOD$6,000
10.AMERICAN BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION$4,500
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
