J. French Hill

RELEASE: HILL AMENDMENT TO STUDY MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR FARMERS AND RANCHERS PASSES AS PART OF THE 2026 FARM BILL

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) voted to pass H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. The bill passed the House by a vote of 224-200 and includes Rep. Hill’s and Rep. Rick Crawford’s (AR-01) Farmer Assistance, Resilience, and Mental Health Evaluation Research Study (FARMERS) amendment, directing the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network to study the availability and use of mental health services among farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals and report its findings to Congress. Rep. Hill said, "Farmers and ranchers have faced several brutal years in a row. Rising input costs, stagnant or falling commodity prices, historic floods, and now drought have tested the resilience of family operations across Arkansas and the country. Congressional Republicans passed the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, and the Trump administration has stepped up with direct relief. The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 builds on that work to make sure our agriculture workers and farm families have the support they need. "I am also proud that my amendment in support of farm families was included in this farm bill. Too many farmers and ranchers are struggling in silence, and we don't have a clear picture of whether the mental health resources we have are actually getting to the people who need them. This amendment aims to change that. It gives us the data and recommendations needed to build smarter solutions and make sure no farmer or rancher has to face the hard times alone." The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 supports producers, protects crop insurance, and provides the certainty farmers need to plan for the future. Key provisions include: Rep. Hill’s FARMERS amendment helps address the mental health and suicide crisis that is impacting farmers and ranchers across rural America. Almost everyone living in rural America and our farming communities knows someone impacted by this public health crisis. The amendment gives Congress the data we need to build smarter, more targeted solutions. It directs the USDA Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network, in coordination with its Regional Lead Institutions, to submit a report to Congress within one year of enactment, assessing: The USDA is explicitly allowed to work with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, states, and NIFA Land-Grant University Extension Services. Beyond the Farm Bill: How Republicans Have Delivered for Farmers Since the Start of the 119th Congress: Trump Administration Actions to Help Farmers and Ranchers Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: HILL AND GOLDMAN INTRODUCE BILL TO PROTECT PUBLIC SERVANTS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) and Rep. Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced the Providing Resources and Oversight to Ensure Confidentiality of Those who serve (PROTECT) Act to strengthen data security and to prevent targeted threats against public officials. The bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop and disseminate best practices for protecting the personally identifiable information (PII) of public servants across all levels of government. Congressman French Hill said, “Public servants sign up to better their country and communities. Unfortunately, more and more are becoming the targets of threats and harassment, and some have already been hurt, like my friend Majority Leader Steve Scalise. Others have been killed, as we saw in Minnesota with the horrific assassination of State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark. “This past weekend, a would-be assassin targeted the president and administration officials. Yet while violence targeting politicians gets the most attention, this threat impacts public servants at every level, from local police officers and Border Patrol agents to county judges and game wardens. The PROTECT Act will give agencies at the state, local, and federal level the guidance they need to better protect the people who serve our communities.” Congressman Dan Goldman said, “In a time of rising political violence, bad actors are taking advantage of the wealth of online information to attack public figures. The bipartisan PROTECT Act will direct the DHS to provide guidance to public servants across government agencies with the best practices to protect themselves. Public servants should be able to serve those whom they represent while feeling safe and secure.” Over the last ten years, public servants at every level of government have been increasingly targeted with violence, doxxing, and harassment enabled by the exposure of personal data, often in their own homes and communities. In 2017, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise and several colleagues were shot during a targeted attack at a congressional baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia. In 2020, a gunman went to the home of federal Judge Esther Salas and killed her son, Daniel Anderl, who answered the door. In 2022, an armed man traveled to Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home intending to kill him after locating his address through public records. That same year, an intruder broke into the home of Speaker Nancy Pelosi and violently assaulted her husband. In 2025, an arsonist firebombed the official residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro while he and his family slept inside. And in 2025, Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband were assassinated in their home, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot by the same assailant the same night. In each case, the attacker knew where to find them. No public servant should have to wonder if their home address is the reason their family is in danger. However, there is currently no standardized, government-wide approach to protecting this information. By leveraging DHS expertise, this bill ensures that federal agencies and state and local governments across the country have access to clear, actionable guidance to better safeguard sensitive data and protect the individuals who serve their communities. There is currently no standardized, government-wide approach to protecting public servants’ personal data. Agencies often rely on inconsistent or outdated practices, leaving vulnerabilities that can be exploited. This bill equips agencies with actionable guidance so they can make informed, proactive decisions to reduce risk and prevent targeted violence. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: HILL, ADAMS, MCCORMICK, AND FIGURES INTRODUCE HBCU RESEARCH CAPACITY ACT TO EXPAND ACCESS TO FEDERAL RESEARCH FUNDING

Position: The release introduces legislation to expand federal research funding access for historically black colleges and universities by establishing a federal clearinghouse of grant opportunities and reducing barriers to federal research dollars.

WASHINGTON – Today, House Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus Co-Chairs Rep. French Hill (AR-02) and Rep. Alma Adams (NC-12), along with Caucus members Rep. Richard McCormick (GA-06) and Rep. Shomari Figures (AL-02), introduced the HBCU Research Capacity Act. The legislation is the House companion to S. 4167, introduced by Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) on March 24, 2026. HBCUs are cornerstones of American higher education, producing a disproportionately large share of Black STEM graduates and playing an outsized role in building the nation's workforce, yet they receive less than 1% of the roughly $60 billion in federal research and development funding allocated to colleges and universities each year. The HBCU Research Capacity Act fixes that by establishing a federal clearinghouse giving HBCUs a centralized, regularly updated source of federal grant opportunities across agencies, along with best practices for building research capacity and stronger coordination to reduce longstanding barriers to access. "Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including the four we are blessed to have here in Arkansas, have been a source of opportunity and innovation for generations," said Rep. Hill, Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan House HBCU Caucus. "Despite their outsized contributions, HBCUs receive a fraction of the federal research funding available to them. The HBCU Research Capacity Act takes a practical step toward changing that by ensuring these institutions have the information and tools they need to compete for federal dollars and continue fulfilling their vital mission for generations to come." "HBCUs have always punched above their weight. HBCUs contribute nearly $16.5 billion to the economy every year despite receiving less than 1% of federal research funding. That gap isn't a reflection of merit, it's a reflection of decades of systemic underfunding,” said Rep. Alma Adams, Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “The HBCU Research Capacity Act will help by giving our institutions a clear path to federal grant opportunities. I'm proud to champion this House companion with Representatives Hill, McCormick, and Figures and alongside Sen. Rev. Warnock and Sen. Britt in the Senate to ensure HBCUs receive the funding they have earned." “The time to act is now if we want to keep America leading in the world of STEM. Our nation’s HBCUs are producing some of the brightest minds in science and technology, even as they face real funding challenges,” said Congressman Richard McCormick. “I’m proud to co-sponsor the HBCU Research Capacity Act that ensures these students can stay ahead in the global technology race, which starts with investing in our own talent.” "HBCUs have a long-standing track record of making significant contributions to our nation’s economy and workforce despite being consistently underfunded,” said Rep. Shomari C. Figures. “With Alabama being home to the most HBCUs in the nation, this bill is a game-changer for the institutions in my state at the forefront of research and development because it creates a one-stop shop for all federal research funding opportunities. I'm proud to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation, and I will continue fighting for HBCUs to receive the resources they need to continue training and educating the next generation of leaders, researchers, and scholars.” The HBCU Research Capacity Act would: Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

REP. HILL AWARDS GOLDEN FLEECE TO SBA INNOVATION OFFICE FOR ENABLING SBIR MILLS

Position: Rep. Hill criticizes the Small Business Administration's Office of Investment and Innovation for failing to prevent misuse of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funding by repeat recipients ('SBIR mills') that receive disproportionate shares of awards without producing meaningful commercial outcomes, and calls for urgent attention to this issue.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. French Hill (AR-02) on Tuesday announced the Small Business Administration’s Office of Investment and Innovation as the latest recipient of his Golden Fleece Award due to the misuse of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funding by repeat recipients, commonly referred to as “SBIR mills.” The SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are intended to help startups and small businesses develop innovative technologies and bring new products to market. However, recent analysis shows that a small number of companies receive a disproportionate share of funding, often without producing meaningful commercial outcomes. Over the lifetime of the SBIR and STTR programs, more than 180 organizations have received more than 100 awards, and six organizations have received over 1,000 awards. Rep. Hill said, “Programs like SBIR are meant to support innovation and give small businesses a chance to succeed. But when a handful of companies repeatedly receive funding without delivering results or bringing products to market, it undermines the entire purpose of these programs. Every dollar that goes to one of these 'SBIR mills' is a dollar taken away from a startup or entrepreneur striving to make America stronger and more competitive, whether developing a new medical device or agricultural technology, or creating the next breakthrough in telecommunications or American manufacturing.” Rep. Hill continued, "Like so many states across America, small businesses are the backbone of Arkansas's economy. When tax dollars are put toward programs to help small businesses and drive innovation, Arkansans, like all Americans, expect a return on their investment, not to see their money given to repeat players gaming the system and delivering nothing." In his letter to SBA Associate Administrator, Mr. Joshua Carter, Rep. Hill writes: I write today to inform you that the Small Business Administration Office of Investment and Innovation is this month’s recipient of my Golden Fleece Award. The Golden Fleece is being awarded due to the overuse of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) by a small number of companies. Let me be clear, I strongly support the mission of the SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Congress created these programs to increase small business participation in federally funded research and development and to promote the commercialization of innovative technologies. These programs are critical to ensuring entrepreneurs and startups can compete and bring new products to market. That said, there is a longstanding issue within these programs that deserves urgent attention: the rise of “SBIR mills.” Policy analysts, academic research, and Congressional oversight have all identified SBIR mills as organizations that specialize in securing large numbers of SBIR awards, while failing to translate those awards into meaningful commercial outcomes. SBIR mills repeatedly secure early-stage awards without bringing products to market. A small number of companies receive a disproportionate share of SBIR funding. A Defense Innovation Board analysis found that the top 25 companies, representing less than 1 percent of participants, received roughly 18 percent of early-stage funding. Throughout the lifetime of the SBIR and STTR programs, over 180 organizations have received more than 100 awards through the program and six companies have received over one thousand awards. This concentration of funding raises concerns that the program may not be reaching the broader pool of small, innovative businesses it was designed to support. Every dollar that goes to a company that is not bringing products to market is a dollar that is not going to a startup developing a new medical device, a new agricultural technology, or a new manufacturing process. This issue has real consequences for everyday Americans. When a small group of repeat players captures a disproportionate share of SBIR funding, fewer resources are available to true startups and first-time entrepreneurs who are trying to turn new ideas into businesses. For a state like Arkansas, where small businesses and startups are a key driver of economic growth, this means fewer opportunities for local innovators to access capital, grow their companies, and create jobs in their communities. The existence of SBIR mills undermines the intent of the SBIR and STTR programs. Federal research funding is meant to seed innovation, expand participation, and help small businesses transition and succeed. When a small group of organizations captures a disproportionate share of awards without delivering commercialization results, it risks crowding out new program entrants and reducing the overall effectiveness of the programs. The Small Business Administration plays a central role in coordinating these programs and ensuring they operate consistently with Congressional intent. As such, it is critical that the Administration take additional steps to ensure that SBIR and STTR awards are distributed in ways that promote innovation, accountability, and measurable outcomes. I remain committed to supporting these programs and ensuring their long-term success. However, long-term success includes restoring confidence that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and that these programs are supporting the next generation of American innovators, rather than sustaining a cycle of repeated awards without results. Should you require additional authority from Congress to strengthen oversight or improve program integrity, I stand ready to work with you to ensure these programs meet their full potential. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: REP. HILL HOSTS 2026 ARKANSAS HBCU SUMMIT AT ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGE

LITTLE ROCK, AR – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) yesterday hosted his 2026 HBCU Summit at Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock. The summit's theme was "Building Resilient Futures for HBCUs: Infrastructure, Innovation, and Economic Mobility." Rep. Hill was joined by several distinguished guests, including: “Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including the four we are blessed to have here in central Arkansas, have played a vital role in expanding access to higher education for generations of Americans,” said Rep. Hill, co-chair of the bipartisan, bicameral HBCU Caucus. “Today’s summit was an opportunity to bring together leaders from government, philanthropy, business, and higher education to discuss how we ensure these institutions remain strong and continue fulfilling that mission for generations to come.” “I’m grateful to my friend and HBCU Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Alma Adams (D-NC) for her partnership and unwavering support for HBCUs, and for making the trip to Little Rock, as well as to Governor Sanders and our keynote speaker, Goldman Sachs executive, Asahi Pompey. I also want to thank the presidents, panelists, and participants whose leadership and insights made today’s summit such a valuable conversation for our institutions and the students they serve.” “It was a pleasure to join my colleague Congressman French Hill at the HBCU Summit this week,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams, co-founder and co-chair of the bipartisan, bicameral HBCU Caucus. “HBCUs have long been a cornerstone of opportunity in this country, educating generations of leaders and driving economic mobility in communities across America. I appreciated the chance to bring together leaders from across the HBCU community to talk about the real challenges our institutions face, especially aging campus infrastructure. Through the HBCU Caucus, Congressman Hill and I have worked to secure federal investments to support our campuses, and I look forward to continuing that bipartisan work while advancing efforts like the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act to strengthen HBCUs for the future.” “Congressman French Hill has been a strong advocate for Historically Black Colleges and Universities through his leadership as co-chair of the Congressional HBCU Caucus,” said Governor Sanders. “Arkansas’ four HBCUs have expanded opportunity for generations, and my administration is proud to support them through investments like increased funding for UAPB and workforce programs that help students turn education into careers.” “As we celebrate our country's 250th anniversary, we honor the institutions that have produced generation after generation of this country’s leaders, doctors, engineers, and judges,” said Asahi Pompey, Global Head of Corporate Engagement and Chair of the Urban Investment Group, Goldman Sachs. “Strengthening these institutions is an investment in the promise of America. We thank Congressman Hill for his partnership and leadership." “For nearly 190 years, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have served as the beacon of life-changing opportunity for millions of Americans,” Thurgood Marshall College Fund President & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams said. “The HBCU Summit, being hosted by Bipartisan HBCU Caucus Co-Chair Congressman French Hill, is a tremendous opportunity to not only highlight the tremendous work being done at these institutions but also connect their leaders directly with other business leaders and change-makers in Arkansas.” Campus Infrastructure and Long-Term Sustainability Private Capital, Innovation, and Public-Private Partnerships From Classroom to Career: Connecting HBCU Talent to the Economy Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: REP. HILL STATEMENT ON OPERATION EPIC FURY

Position: Rep. Hill expresses support for military operations against Iran, citing the regime's pursuit of weapons of mass destruction, regional destabilization, and failure of past diplomatic efforts. He emphasizes solidarity with the Iranian people and regional allies.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement regarding the launch of Operation Epic Fury: "For five decades, the Iranian regime has terrorized its own people, threatened regional stability, and pursued weapons of mass destruction in defiance of the international community. "Decades of sanctions imposed bilaterally and by the United Nations have failed to stop Iran's destructive ambitions. Years of intensive but ultimately futile negotiations over Iran's nuclear program accomplished nothing and were rightly rejected by bipartisan majorities in both the House and Senate at the end of the Obama Administration. "Each year that I have served in the House, I have spoken directly to the Iranian people, most recently at the Organization of Iranian American Communities event on Capitol Hill in December, where I again condemned the brutality of the Iranian regime and stood with all Iranians fighting for a democratic, secular, non-nuclear republic. "I have long been a steadfast advocate for the people of Iran. In the last Congress, my bill—the Holding Iranian Leaders Accountable Act—was signed into law to expose the regime's financial corruption, and this year I cosponsored a bipartisan resolution condemning the regime's terrorism and supporting the Iranian people's call for democratic change. "Throughout my time in Congress, I have consistently consulted with regional leaders in the Gulf and in our ally Israel about the Iranian threat and the importance of standing together against terror, aggression, and a nuclear-armed Iran. "I pray for our servicemembers as they carry out these operations, for our allies in the region, and for the Iranian people. May this be the dawn of a new day for the Iranian people and a step toward lasting peace in the Middle East." Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: REP. HILL AWARDS GOVERNOR TIM WALZ THE GOLDEN FLEECE FOR FAILING TO PREVENT BILLIONS IN TAXPAYER FRAUD

Federal prosecutors estimate that roughly $9 billion in taxpayer dollars was stolen through schemes involving nutrition assistance, Medicaid services, and other federally funded programs intended to support vulnerable Americans. The fraud included the Feeding Our Future scheme and related cases, which have resulted in at least 78 federal arrests to date and exposed widespread abuse of public funds that were entrusted to the state for administration and oversight. Rep. Hill said, “The stories of massive fraud coming out of Minnesota are outrageous, made worse by the fact that the funds were meant for children and our most vulnerable citizens. Federal prosecutors now estimate the total fraud could reach roughly $9 billion, likely just the tip of the iceberg, which is why I applaud President Trump’s efforts to go after fraud and abuse across the country. Taxpayers in Arkansas and across the nation expect and deserve to know their money is being watched and used the way it was intended, and Governor Walz needs to spend the remaining time he has left in office cleaning up the mess made under his watch.” In his letter to Governor Tim Walz, Rep. Hill writes: I write today to inform you that you and your Administration are this month’s recipients of my Golden Fleece Award. Let me be clear, I fully recognize that recent events in Minneapolis have impacted Minnesota and the nation. It is a tragedy whenever someone loses their life. For that reason, I support Congress providing appropriate oversight into events in Minnesota, including the shooting deaths of Renee Goode and Alex Pretti. That said, I am writing to address a separate matter that predates both of those events and is nonetheless worthy of attention and, indeed, resolution. The uncovering of massive fraud in recent months has highlighted the pervasive, almost systemic, theft that has occurred in the State of Minnesota. Federal prosecutors are now estimating that the level of this brazen abuse is approximately $9 billion. Welfare programs, including those for childcare, nutrition, and health care, are a promise to those who truly need assistance. Those who would steal from children and others via fraudulent application or direction of funds deserve to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. I am, therefore, happy to hear that the Department of Justice is working to ensure that those responsible are discovered and prosecuted. The discovery of this massive fraud began with the investigation of Feeding Our Future, a program that purported to use the Federal Child Nutrition Program to serve meals to over 6,000 school children every day. In reality, most of this money was funneled to the organizers of Feeding Our Future instead of the children they claimed to serve. In November 2025, the United States Attorney’s Office announced its 78th arrest in this scheme, which frankly, encompasses an ecosystem of organizations like Brilliant Minds Services LLC, Faladcare Inc, Leo Human Services LLC, and Liberty Plus LLC. Even earlier, in September, the U.S. Attorney charged several people with defrauding Medicaid of money earmarked to help people find and keep stable housing arrangements. The perpetrators of the scheme, as in the case of Feeding Our Future, claimed to provide services and payments under the program but never actually delivered or did so at inflated cost. Such criminal theft is best summarized by one of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Special Agents who helped uncover the various schemes. Special Agent in Charge, Alvin M. Winston Sr. of the FBI Minneapolis Station said, “Exploiting this program undermines the financial and physical security of the community amid a housing and addiction crisis." Finally, and perhaps most egregiously, federal prosecutors discovered that Smart Therapy, a company owned by individuals who were also involved in Feeding Our Future, fraudulently claimed to provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy (ABA therapy) under the Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention program, a benefit of Minnesota’s Medicaid program. ABA therapy is administered to children on the autism spectrum to improve their social skills. Under the scheme, services, including ABA therapy, were claimed but not performed, their cost inflated, or were provided by unqualified individuals. In some cases, families were even offered kickbacks to enroll their children. Clearly, Minnesota is in need of greater oversight of how it conducts and programs efforts paid for with federal dollars. The fraud that happened under your watch is concerning. Federal taxpayers, through Congress, gave funds to Minnesota to carry out myriad programs designed to help vulnerable individuals. Your administration provided minimal oversight, which resulted in these dollars being stolen. In essence, I worry that your inaction has caused, even encouraged, these criminals to steal from hardworking Americans, including hardworking Arkansans. Should you need additional authority from Congress to identify and eliminate further fraud, I urge you to notify me. I would also welcome any technical assistance you can provide to help us correct statutory issues that may have contributed to this costly failure. CC: The Honorable Keith Ellison, Attorney General of Minnesota Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: REP. HILL STATEMENT ON THE STATE OF THE UNION

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today released the following statement after President Trump delivered the annual State of the Union address. “President Trump inherited a sputtering economy weighed down by years of reckless spending, excessive regulation, and policies that made life more expensive for hardworking Arkansans. Tonight, he made clear that we are turning the corner, with Republican leadership delivering commonsense solutions to get our economy back on track and restore the American Dream for families across our country. "But the job is far from finished. I look forward to working with President Trump and my colleagues in Congress to build on this momentum and fight for policies that expand access to affordable housing and investment opportunities, support our small businesses, and deliver bigger paychecks and lower prices for Arkansas families. “I also appreciate the President highlighting America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. This is something every American can take pride in, regardless of party. It is a chance to come together, reflect on how far we have come, and recommit ourselves to ensuring the next chapter of our history is even stronger and more prosperous.” Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: REP. HILL RESPONDS TO SUPREME COURT RULING ON IEEPA AUTHORITY

Position: Rep. Hill supports targeted tariffs as a trade tool but emphasizes that Congress should play a role in trade policy decisions, particularly regarding fair and reciprocal trade agreements.

Washington, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA): “I share in President Trump’s goal of securing fair and reciprocal trade agreements and holding bad actors accountable for their unfair trade policies,” said Rep. Hill. “While tariffs can be a useful tool when applied in a targeted way, today’s Supreme Court decision underscores the need for Congress to play a role in trade policy. My focus remains on advancing a trade strategy that supports Arkansas jobs, businesses, and consumers, and strengthens U.S. competitiveness.” Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.

RELEASE: HILL, AMO ISSUE STATEMENTS AFTER THEIR BILL TO BOOST U.S.–TAIWAN SPACE COOPERATION PASSES SST COMMITTEE

Position: The representatives support strengthening civilian space cooperation between the United States and Taiwan through the TASA Act, which facilitates collaboration between NASA, NOAA, and Taiwan's Space Agency on satellites, exploration, and atmospheric research.

Rep. French Hill said, “I’m pleased that my and Rep. Gabe Amo’s bill, the TASA Act, was voted out of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill strengthens civilian space cooperation between NASA, NOAA, and Taiwan’s Space Agency, including collaboration on satellites, exploration, and atmospheric research. As Taiwan continues to develop its space program, this cooperation highlights the strength of the U.S.-Taiwan partnership and our commitment to allies in the region. American support will also encourage Taiwan to continue investing in its growing space capabilities. Thank you to Rep. Amo and Rep. Mike Haridopolos for helping advance the TASA Act through the SST Committee.” “From the first steps on the Moon to the next generation of space discovery, American leadership has been bolstered by strong partnerships across borders,” said Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI). “I’m grateful to work with Congressman Hill to build America’s proud legacy of international collaboration in science and technology. I look forward to this bill becoming law and continuing to work across the aisle, and the world, to promote science.” The Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2025 (TASA Act) was passed by the House Committee on Space, Science, and Technology as an amendment to the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Please sign up below to receive my weekly newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox.