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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. French Hill (R-AR), Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, today introduced the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, which would establish a regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman G.T. Thompson (R-PA), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN), House Committee on Financial Services Subcommittee on... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) voted to pass the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act, a major legislative victory that delivers real results for central Arkansas and includes two of his own bills focused on helping Arkansans save, invest, and build a stronger future. “This bill is a critical win for families and small businesses in central Arkansas. It prevents the largest tax hike in... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. French Hill’s (AR-02) bill, H.R. 1612, the Flatside Wilderness Additions Act, to expand the Flatside Wilderness Area in central Arkansas by approximately 2,200 acres, passed the House of Representatives by a voice vote. Rep. Hill’s bill designates an additional 2,200 acres as part of the Flatside Wilderness Area, fulfilling the vision Arkansas leaders first set forth... Read More »

Washington, D.C. – Congressman French Hill (AR-02) is proud to announce that his Legislative Director, Amelia Allert, has been named one of the Top 10 Bipartisan Staffers on Capitol Hill by Capitol CNCT. During her tenure working for Rep. Hill, Amelia has played an integral role in drafting and negotiating legislation that was ultimately signed into law and is always willing to work across the ais... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) has introduced legislation to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to convey a vacant U.S. Forest Service building and its surrounding land in Perryville, Arkansas, to Perry County. Rep. Hill said, “For years, this building has sat empty when the people of Perry County could have put it to good use. My bill will change that. By transferring ... Read More »

WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today released the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Warren Stephens to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. “Warren is a lifelong friend, phenomenal, and proud American who has a passion for our shared British and American history, and the critical nature of our important transatlantic partnership. I have no doubt that he w... Read More »

WASHINGTON D.C. – "I am saddened to learn of the passing of Pope Francis. His Holiness was a humble servant of God and a beacon of faith, compassion, and peace for millions of Catholics around the world. I am grateful for his devotion to interfaith dialogue, reflected in his memorable visit with the Grand Imam at Al-Azhar in 2017 and their joint document on Human Fraternity in 2019. "I was blessed... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, after the U.S. House of Representatives passed, by a vote of 216-214, the FY25 Concurrent Budget Resolution as amended by the U.S. Senate, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement: “The budget resolution passed by the House yesterday marks a turning point after years of failed policies by the Biden-Harris Administration. It is a serious effort by Repu... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Rep. French Hill (R-AR) introduced legislation, the S Corporation Additional Participation Act or S-CAP Act, which would increase the maximum threshold for the number of shareholders an S Corporation can offer from 100 to 250. Rep. Mike Carey (R-OH) joined Rep. Hill in introducing the bill in the House, and Sen. John Boozman (R-AR) introduced companion legislation in ... Read More »

Opinion: A History of Congressional Authority in U.S. Trade Policy by Rep. French Hill Washington Times April 9, 2025 With President Trump’s global tariff strategy underway, now is an excellent time to examine U.S. trade policy leading to this moment. The Constitution gives Congress the sole authority to regulate international trade and import tariffs in Article I, Section 8, which authorizes Cong... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. French Hill’s (R-AR) introduced the Catch-Up Act, which he co-leads with Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL), Rep. Hill said, “Health savings accounts are a smart way for families to plan for medical expenses, but the current rules do not reflect how real families make decisions and manage daily life. Right now, spouses can use their HSA to pay for each other’s medical care, but... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. French Hill (AR-02) named the United States General Services Administration (GSA) as the latest recipient of his Golden Fleece Award for their inability to properly address decades-long problems associated with managing the federal government’s real property portfolio. Rep. Hill said, “The United States Government Accountability Office has included GSA’s management of the f... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 1968 - Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. “I supported today’s government funding bill to give President Trump time to negotiate his priorities and make recommendations for FY26 spending. The bill also modestly cuts spending year over year, which is an important... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02), Co-Chair of the Hostage Task Force in the House, today introduced the Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act alongside Rep. Dina Titus (NV-01). This bipartisan legislation provides financial relief to Americans wrongfully detained abroad. Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) recently introduced companion legislation in the Senate. Rep. Hill said, "After retu... Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) joined Bloomberg Surveillance to discuss President Trump's work to make America competitive again, his Overdraft CRA, and more. To watch the full interview, please visit HERE. Topline Quotes: "When you mandate this kind of a price cap, you are going to deny deposit services and overdraft privilege services to millions of low-income American famili... Read More »