WASHINGTON, DC—U.S. Senators Mark Pryor and John Boozman, along with Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1) today announced that the U.S. Army has withdrawn its proposal to eliminate Arkansas State University’s ROTC program. The Army will keep A-State’s program open for an additional year while it re-evaluates its program criteria. “Thanks to numerous phone calls, community support, and an Administration hold, we were able to keep A-State ROTC’s doors open for another year. Now, we have the opportunit...
JONESBORO, AR – Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1) will attend a series of events in Arkansas thanking veterans and their families for their service over the following days: “This Veterans Day, it is important to remember those who have given so much in service to our nation. As an Army veteran and the Representative for Arkansas’ First District, I am especially grateful to these brave men and women, without which we could not enjoy the blessings of democracy and freedom today. I thank our veteran...
Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1), Chairman of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Rural Development, and Credit and a conferee to the 2013 Farm Bill Conference Committee, delivered his opening remarks at today’s first meeting of the 2013 Farm Bill conference committee: “I would like to thank Chairman Lucas, Ranking Member Peterson, Chairwoman Stabenow and Ranking Member Cochran for their outstanding work and dedication to making a Farm Bill a reality. But I don’t think there’s anyon...
Crawford Looks Forward to First Farm Bill Conference Committee Meeting WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1), Chairman of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Rural Development, and Credit and a conferee to the 2013 Farm Bill, will attend the conference committee’s first meeting tomorrow afternoon in the Longworth House Office Building. “As this conference committee begins the hard work of settling the differences between the House and Senate Farm Bills, it is critical to...
This past Wednesday the House passed, by a bipartisan vote of 417-3, landmark legislation known as the Water Resources Reform & Development Act (WRRDA), which supports jobs and trade in Arkansas by maintaining our critical waterways infrastructure. A fiscally responsible bill, it makes smart reforms that will keep Arkansas growers and manufacturers competitive on the global stage by driving down transportation costs and promoting international trade. Historically, Congress has enacted water reso...
Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1) issued the following statement after Representative Tim Griffin (AR-2) announced this morning he would not seek reelection in 2014: “Congressman Griffin has been an excellent public servant representing the voice of Arkansas’ Second District, and a great partner in achieving tangible results for our state. I will truly miss my friend and colleague in the House of Representatives. Stacy and I wish Tim and Elizabeth all the best as they prepare to start a new chapt...
Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1), a member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3103, the Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act: “I am pleased the House has taken the final step toward conference committee with the Senate on this year’s critical Farm Bill legislation. This bill implements substantive reforms that are designed to crack down on those that abuse the system, while preserving these vital taxpayer funds for those who truly ...
Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1) issued the following statement after the House passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) that will fund the government at current levels while blocking the use of funding for the implementation of ObamaCare: “The House has now done its part to represent the will of the American people by stopping any further implementation of ObamaCare. This law is a job-killing train wreck that will add $1.3 trillion to the debt over the next 10 years. Families, small businesses, and ...
Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-1), a member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, issued the following statement after the committee held a markup on H.R. 3080, the Water Resources Reform & Development Act (WRRDA): “This legislation is critical to the maintenance of our nation’s waterways, which are the arteries of commerce that drive economic activity and growth. Arkansas stands to benefit from this legislation, with projects focused on the Mississippi River and its tributarie...
To meet the needs of his constituents, Congressman Rick Crawford’s Mobile Office will visit both the Cross County Courthouse and the Forrest City Library on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. Crawford Mobile Office Visit to Wynne Wednesday, September 18, 2013 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Cross County Courthouse 705 Union Avenue Wynne, AR Crawford Mobile Office Visit to Forrest City Wednesday, September 18, 2013 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Forrest City Library 421 S. Washington Street Forrest City, AR Staff from Congressman...
