Jobs and Economic Growth

WASHINGTON D.C. — In a letter to the New York Times’ editor, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) responded to an op-ed by U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) that called for the limitation of corporate stock buybacks. Rep. Hill argued “[l]imiting stock buybacks disincentivizes aspiring entrepreneurs to go public and hinders individual shareholders and… Read more »

Little Rock Port Authority completes phase one of upgrades By Fox16 LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- A big step forward for the Little Rock Port Authority was completed Thursday, thanks to a grant made by the Department of Transportation. Much-needed improvements have been made to the harbor, including a new dock and rail storage.  Congressman French Hill (R- Arkansas) accepted the ceremonial… Read more »

WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) released the following statement after the president delivered the annual State of the Union address: "Arkansans have always been able to achieve greatness when we choose to focus on what unites us instead of what divides us. Tonight, I was encouraged by the president's comments calling on all Americans to choose unity over… Read more »

WASHINGTON D.C. — Congressman French Hill (AR-02) penned the following op-ed for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, calling on the Arkansas General Assembly to enhance federally designated Opportunity Zones by enacting legislation that would create state tax incentives for investment. This legislation would compliment the powerful federal incentives created by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act… Read more »

French Hill: Seize Opportunity By French Hill Just over a year ago, the pro-growth Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 was signed into law. In addition to the tax cuts that benefited both families and small businesses in Arkansas, the legislation also established qualified Opportunity Zones. These zones are designed to attract companies and businesses to invest in economically distressed… Read more »

District Update | December 30, 2018 Click here if you have trouble viewing this email Dear… Read more »

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Chamber awarded Congressman French Hill (AR-02) the “Spirit of Enterprise” award, which is given to Members of Congress that display a commitment for pro-business issues during their tenure. Rep. Hill has won this award for the past three years. This is the 30th year that the U.S. Chamber has formally honored the accomplishments of this select group of members of… Read more »

Today, Congressman French Hill (AR-02) introduced the Community Bank Access to Capital Act of 2017, which further increases the ability of community banks in Arkansas and across the Nation to extend credit to hardworking Arkansans and Americans. Rep. Hill issued the following statement: “Having spent two decades in community banking in Arkansas, I understand the importance of being able… Read more »

Dear Friends, I appreciate the feedback I have received about the Community Empowerment Initiative (CEI) and the desire many of you have expressed in participating in the work we are doing. If you have any ideas about CEI or ways Congress can better address lifting families out of poverty, please leave me a message on my Facebook page. I started the CEI  with the goal of… Read more »

The greatest Community Empowerment Initiative (CEI) is ensuring that people have the skills necessary to secure meaningful employment that leads to financial independence and the ability to pursue happiness. As I like to say, college is a fine choice, but it’s not for everyone.  And, letting young people know that great opportunities don’t always require a four-year… Read more »