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LAWMAKERS ASK USDA TO ADDRESS CFAP ISSUES

Written by Amie Simpson
Published by Brownfield

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is asking the USDA to address some implementation issues in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

Arkansas Congressional leaders respond to George Floyd protests, surrounding controversies Written by Roby Brock
Published by TBP

Arkansas' all-GOP Congressional delegation has varying views on recent developments in the state and nation in the wake of the protests surrounding the death of George Floyd.

With no GOP input, stakeholders fear House highway bill may stall

Current highway authorization law expires Sept. 30 and agencies counting on the reauthorization worry there won't be time to get Republicans on board

Written by Jessica Wehrman
Published by Roll Call

Arkansas program that places unemployed guards, reservists in agriculture jobs can be a model for nation Written by Rep. Rick Crawford, Contributer
Published by The Hill

Linking veterans to ag jobs Written by RFDTV staff
Published by RFDTV

Graves & Crawford letter opposes regulatory overreach in rail transportation of coal and other materials Written by AJOT
Published by AJOT

Arkansas receives over five million in federal funding for coronavirus testing in rural communities The funds are designated for planning, implementing, and conducting COVID-19 testing.

Written by 5NEWS Web Staff
Published by 5NEWS

Red, White, and Blood Drive comes to Brookland on May 19 Written by Region 8 Newsdesk
Published by KAIT8

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - As a part of U.S. Congressman Rick Crawford's partnership with the Red Cross to help supply blood to those in need during the pandemic, a second blood drive will happen this week.

In a Facebook post, the second Red, White, Blood Drive is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19.