Statements and posts
17 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Sent letter to cabinet officials urging preservation of domestic silicon carbide manufacturing.
“We write to draw your attention to a critical matter at the intersection of national security, economic competitiveness and trade policy: the accelerating Chinese government effort to dominate the global silicon carbide semiconductor industry and supply chain, and the urgent need for a whole-of-government response to…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Cotton Votes to Ban Congressional Insider Trading, Slams Democrats’ Hypocrisy
Voted for Stop Insider Trading Act banning congressional stock purchases; criticized Democrats for opposing it.
“No one, especially members of Congress, should profit from insider information. I voted for the Stop Insider Trading Act to rid Congress of this corruption and ensure we all play by the same rules as every law-abiding Arkansan. The Democrats who blocked it went back on their word to protect their own wallets—they…”
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Cotton, Senators to Blanche: Investigate Communist Chinese Criminal Marijuana Organizations
Requested DOJ investigation into Chinese criminal organizations operating illegal cannabis enterprises.
“We write requesting that the Department of Justice (DOJ) investigate the growing role of Chinese transnational criminal organizations in America’s cannabis and intoxicating-hemp markets. Recent reporting and investigations suggest Chinese criminal networks are exploiting vulnerabilities in federal law to operate…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Cotton to Hegseth: Review Military Supply Chain Security
Sent letter to Secretary Hegseth requesting review of military supply chain security.
“Securing these supply chains is critical to ensuring that our warfighters around the world have access to the most advanced equipment and technology and to ensuring that our adversaries do not gain access to U.S. technology.”
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Cotton Introduces Bill to Help Arkansas Seniors Obtain Timely Medicare Coverage
Introduced bill to establish Medicare coverage decision deadlines for medical devices and services.
“Arkansas seniors deserve access to high-quality medical treatments, and they shouldn’t have to wait on the slow clock of government to obtain coverage for them. Our bill would require Medicare administrators to give seniors prompt, transparent decisions about their coverage, ensuring they can address their health…”
Ensuring Timely Access to Coverage Decisions ActHealthAI-read
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Cotton Announces Support for Bill to Protect Arkansans from Paying for Data Centers
Announced support for bill requiring data centers to pay for grid infrastructure costs.
“Whether it’s the cure to cancer or help for their small business, Arkansans understand the great potential of data centers and American AI innovation but are also rightfully concerned about higher electricity costs. I’m proud to support Senator Husted’s bill that would prevent electricity prices from rising by…”
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Cotton Introduces Bill to Lower Gas Prices for Arkansans
Introduced bill to lower gas prices by cutting costs and increasing domestic energy production.
“Arkansans are rightfully feeling pressure at the pump. My bill would lower prices by cutting red tape and boosting American energy production.”
Fuel PricesAI-read
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Cotton, Hill Introduce Bill to Defend Arkansas Small Investment Firms Against Costly Regulations
Introduced bill to exempt small investment firms from expensive audit requirements.
“Washington wrote this rule for Wall Street and then applied it to small firms on Main Street. Our bill would eliminate this one-size-fits-all requirement to ensure investment firms in Arkansas are no longer punished for their size and are instead given the chance to grow and succeed in a friendlier business…”
Economics and Public FinanceAI-read
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Cotton Introduces Bill to Designate Arkansas Delta a National Heritage Area
Cotton Introduces Bill to Designate Arkansas Delta a National Heritage Area WASHINGTON—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced legislation to designate the Arkansas Delta a National Heritage Area, which would recognize and preserve…
“From Jonesboro to McGehee, the Arkansas Delta is a vital part of our state’s identity. By designating the Delta a National Heritage Area, my bill would recognize the region’s rich history and important agricultural contributions while also delivering additional federal resources to grow the local economy and create…”
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Accelerate Domestic Energy Production to Protect Arkansans from Foreign Market Volatility LITTLE ROCK—Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum encouraging an administration-wide effort to…
“Ongoing disruptions to global energy markets and transportation routes due to the Iranian terrorist regime’s aggression have demonstrated the danger of allowing American consumers to remain exposed to geopolitical supply shocks. Luckily, the United States possesses abundant oil and natural gas resources. At a time of…”
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Cotton Praises Nearly $150 Million Investment for Arkansas from Rural Health Transformation Program
The Working Families Tax Cut established the RHTP to strengthen access to healthcare in rural areas by allocating $50 billion for the program over five years.
“The Republican-led Rural Health Transformation Program will expand access to high-quality healthcare for rural communities across Arkansas. I was proud to vote to create this program and look forward to seeing how this historic investment will benefit Arkansas families for years to come.”
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Cotton Praises Nearly $150 Million Investment for Arkansas from Rural Health Transformation Program
The Working Families Tax Cut established the RHTP to strengthen access to healthcare in rural areas by allocating $50 billion for the program over five years.
“The Republican-led Rural Health Transformation Program will expand access to high-quality healthcare for rural communities across Arkansas. I was proud to vote to create this program and look forward to seeing how this historic investment will benefit Arkansas families for years to come.”
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Cotton Statement Following Passage of Lindsey Graham’s Russia Sanctions Bill
Through every bill he introduced, every speech he gave, every statement he made, Lindsey ensured our allies knew our word was good and our enemies feared our resolve.
“Lindsey knew that strength produces peace and prosperity, and he believed the United States is the greatest force for freedom that mankind has ever known. Through every bill he introduced, every speech he gave, every statement he made, Lindsey ensured our allies knew our word was good and our enemies feared our…”
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Cotton Statement Following Passage of Lindsey Graham’s Russia Sanctions Bill
Through every bill he introduced, every speech he gave, every statement he made, Lindsey ensured our allies knew our word was good and our enemies feared our resolve.
“Lindsey knew that strength produces peace and prosperity, and he believed the United States is the greatest force for freedom that mankind has ever known. Through every bill he introduced, every speech he gave, every statement he made, Lindsey ensured our allies knew our word was good and our enemies feared our…”
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks WASHINGTON — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asking him to ensure federal tax guidance encourages investment in and modernization of…
“Attacks on civilian infrastructure have become a routine instrument of modern warfare, and American operational technology is a target. I write concerning federal tax guidance that discourages the investment needed to defend it. Operational technology is the hardware and software that directly controls physical…”
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks WASHINGTON — Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asking him to ensure federal tax guidance encourages investment in and modernization of…
“Attacks on civilian infrastructure have become a routine instrument of modern warfare, and American operational technology is a target. I write concerning federal tax guidance that discourages the investment needed to defend it. Operational technology is the hardware and software that directly controls physical…”
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Floor Speech Recognizing the Arkansas National Guard
I speak today in recognition of the bravery, courage, and valor of nearly 9,000 men and women in the Arkansas National Guard.