Tom Cotton
U.S. Senator · Arkansas · Republican · Chair, Select Committee on Intelligence
Statements and posts
214 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 214 statements
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ICYMI: Cotton Attends L3Harris Solid Rocket Motor Facility Ribbon Cutting in Camden
Attended ribbon cutting for L3Harris solid rocket motor production facility in Camden, Arkansas.
“L3Harris’s new solid rocket motor production facility in Camden is a welcome investment that further proves Arkansas is the defense capital of America. The company’s ongoing expansion will bring new jobs to the region while also producing the tools needed to keep our country safe.”
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PHOTOS: Cotton, Sonderling Talk Workforce Development at Arkansas Businesses, Organizations
Hosted Secretary of Labor for visits at Arkansas businesses to discuss workforce development.
“From nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies, Arkansas’s business-friendly policies make it a great home for every type of organization.”
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ICYMI: Cotton Celebrates Arkansas Veteran Jock Davis’s 102nd Birthday
Celebrated 102nd birthday of Arkansas World War II and Korean War veteran.
“Jock Davis represented the best of Arkansas when he dutifully served our country in World War II and the Korean War. And since he came home to Russellville, Jock has become a pillar of our community who has impacted so many families, including mine.”
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Sent letter to cabinet secretaries urging preservation of domestic silicon carbide manufacturing.
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Cotton Votes to Ban Congressional Insider Trading, Slams Democrats’ Hypocrisy
Voted for legislation banning congressional stock trading; 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.”
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Cotton, Senators to Blanche: Investigate Communist Chinese Criminal Marijuana Organizations
Sent letter to Attorney General requesting investigation of Chinese criminal marijuana operations.
“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.”
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Cotton to Hegseth: Review Military Supply Chain Security
Sent letter to Defense Secretary urging 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 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.”
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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.”
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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 environment”
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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”
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Cotton Introduces Bill to Designate Arkansas Delta a National Heritage Area
Introduced bill to designate Arkansas Delta as National Heritage Area for economic development.
“From Jonesboro to McGehee, the Arkansas Delta is a vital part of our state’s identity.”
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Urged Interior Secretary to accelerate domestic oil and gas development to protect consumers from energy market volatility.
“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.”
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Cotton Praises Nearly $150 Million Investment for Arkansas from Rural Health Transformation Program
Praised $149.3 million Rural Health Transformation Program investment for Arkansas.
“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
Praised $149.3 million Rural Health Transformation Program investment for Arkansas.
“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
Praised passage of Russia sanctions bill honoring Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy.
“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.”
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Cotton Statement Following Passage of Lindsey Graham’s Russia Sanctions Bill
Praised passage of Russia sanctions bill honoring Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy.
“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.”
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
Sent letter to Treasury Secretary requesting tax guidance to encourage critical infrastructure modernization.
“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.”
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Cotton to Bessent: Protect Critical Infrastructure from Cyberattacks
Urged Treasury Secretary to encourage federal tax guidance supporting critical infrastructure cybersecurity.
“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.”
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Floor Speech Recognizing the Arkansas National Guard
Recognized Arkansas National Guard for cyber defense, border security and overseas operations.
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AGOA EXTENSION ACT--Motion to Proceed--Continued
Madam President, I speak today in recognition of the bravery, courage, and valor of nearly 9,000 men and women in the Arkansas National Guard. Day in and day out, the heroes of our National Guard protect our communities and our homeland, stand at the ready to respond to natural disasters, and…
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Cotton to Lutnick: Combat Communist China’s AI Diffusion Strategy
Sent letter to Commerce Secretary urging coordinated approach to counter China's AI strategy.
“I write to you concerned about American companies increasingly relying on Chinese AI models. While the U.S. is the leader in the most cutting edge, closed models, recent progress in Chinese AI models highlights alarming gaps. To stay ahead in the AI race, the U.S.”
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Cotton Statement on Jay Clayton’s Confirmation as Director of National Intelligence
Praised Jay Clayton's confirmation as Director of National Intelligence.
“Jay Clayton is a highly qualified nominee with a deep experience combatting a wide range of national security threats. As U.S. attorney, Mr. Clayton has worked hand in glove with our intelligence agencies and counterterrorism personnel to lock up criminals who threaten our national security.”
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Floor Speech on Jay Clayton’s Nomination to be Director of National Intelligence
Spoke in support of Jay Clayton's nomination as Director of National Intelligence.
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Cotton to McMahon: Investigate Chinese Investments in American Universities
Sent letter to Education Secretary requesting scrutiny of Chinese investments in American universities.
“I commend the Department of Education’s work to improve transparency, which includes actions against universities that have failed to comply with statutory financial reporting requirements.”
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