Pediatrics Plus new learning complex is referred to as “The Farm,” and everything is intentional and geared toward helping the children learn and grow.

Their Farm model is a unique, therapeutic setting that blends hands-on experiences with speech, occupational, and physical therapy, along with applied behavior analysis services for children with autism and other developmental delays.

The farmhouse, barn, gym, and outdoor areas create opportunities for children to build motor skills, practice communication, improve social interaction, and gain independence in ways that feel natural and engaging.

In addition to their Farm model, Pediatrics Plus offers outpatient clinics and developmental preschool services, giving families multiple pathways to access care. That flexibility is especially important in rural communities, where specialized pediatric services can be harder to find.

What began as home-health therapy for a handful of families has grown into a provider serving more than 6,000 children each year across Arkansas, Texas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. With 19 facilities, including five farm locations, and headquarters in Conway, Pediatrics Plus continues to innovate while staying rooted in its mission.

Thank you to Scott Street, CEO, Krista Tapp, COO, and the entire Pediatrics Plus team for the work you do in our communities, and to founders Todd and Amy Denton for building an organization that families across Arkansas, especially in our rural communities, can count on.

As we approach America’s 250th birthday, communities across Arkansas are finding ways to connect the next generation with our nation’s history. Recently, my team and I joined fourth-, fifth-, and sixth-grade students and teachers in Morrilton for a unique project exploring one of America’s oldest institutions, the United States Postal Service.

To assist the students’ exploration, UCA Associate Dean and Professor of Art History Dr. Gayle Seymour designed Picture America: Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday via Post Office Murals, a project supported by a grant from the Arkansas Arts Council.

The initiative gives young students the opportunity to learn about handwritten communication, the role of post offices in connecting communities, and the New Deal-era murals found in historic Arkansas post offices.

Once again, House Republicans are showing the American people what responsible governance looks like. This week, for the second time, we voted to pass the Department of Homeland Security funding bill, a bill that was negotiated with Democrats late last year.

The bill would fund operations that keep our country safe and moving, from the Border Patrol and Coast Guard to our TSA agents. It’s time for Senate Democrats to stop playing games and vote to end their ridiculous shutdown so the brave men and women who protect our homeland can get back to work protecting the American people.

Breakfast with the Arkansas Farm Bureau

Met with the Arkansas Farm Bureau for a productive discussion about increasing loan limits and ensuring faster approval times for certified and preferred guaranteed lenders, so critical projects can move forward without unnecessary delays.

As our farmers and ranchers continue to face tough times, I’ve been working to make sure my colleagues in the House understand the real challenges they are facing back home.

The Trump Administration has provided some relief for our farmers, and the Working Family Tax Cuts that passed the House last summer have several provisions that will help farmers.

Now we are focused on getting the Farm Bill, the first in more than five years, across the finish line, led by Arkansas Senator John Boozman. I look forward to continuing the conversation and pushing for solutions that support Arkansas agriculture and our outdoor economy.

Talking with Arkansas’s Parent Teacher Association

Strengthening communication and partnership between parents and teachers is critical for every child to reach their full potential. That's why I always enjoy talking with members of the Arkansas PTA.

Their dedication to supporting every student, no matter their background, is inspiring. These leaders work tirelessly to ensure the next generation has the tools, opportunities, and encouragement they need to succeed and build strong futures.

Their commitment to students, families, and educators is making a real difference in communities across our state.

Throughout my time in Congress, I’ve worked to support efforts that expand educational opportunity, from championing Arkansas’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to advancing STEM education and technical training in our classrooms to supporting school choice, so that all our kids have every opportunity to succeed and parents can be confident their children are on the right path.

CARE

I enjoyed meeting members of the Little Rock chapter of CARE on Thursday. When women thrive, communities thrive, and for 80 years, this organization has worked to empower women and girls. Their efforts have saved lives and reduced poverty here at home and around the world, and continue to help families build stronger, safer, more prosperous futures.

We had some sad news for the college football world this week. Lou Holtz was one of the winningest coaches in Arkansas football history, leading the Razorbacks to one of the greatest runs in program history, including an Orange Bowl victory in his first season.

His legacy lives on through the players he coached, the fans he inspired, and the lives he touched. Our prayers are with his friends, family, and all who loved him. Rest in peace, Coach Holtz.

Last week’s Trivia: In what Arkansas town was Johnny Cash born? C) Kingsland

While Johnny Cash grew up in Dyess, Arkansas, he was actually born in Kingsland in 1932. In 1935, his family moved to Dyess, a New Deal agricultural resettlement colony where he spent his childhood working in the cotton fields.

29.6% of respondents answered correctly. (49.8% answered "Dyess")

My Office is Hiring Summer Interns!

Here’s what you need to know if you're interested in applying:

Interns in my office gain valuable insight into the legislative process while directly helping constituents across the Second Congressional District. Opportunities are available in both my Washington, D.C. office and my Little Rock district office.

Responsibilities include answering constituent calls, conducting policy research, assisting with casework, and supporting communications and administrative tasks.

Ideal candidates are self-starters with strong communication skills, a working knowledge of current events and public policy, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed. Arkansas ties are strongly preferred. Internships may be paid or unpaid, depending on availability.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to AR02.Applications@mail.house.gov and indicate which office you are applying to. Applications are due by March 27, but will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Click HERE for more information. If you have questions, call my office at (202) 225-2506. We look forward to welcoming the next class of interns to Team Hill.

We have announced another IRS Outreach Day!

With no tax on tips or overtime, increased deductions for seniors on Social Security, immediate expensing for small businesses, and more, the Working Family Tax Cuts passed by House Republicans last summer will help put more money back in the pockets of hardworking Arkansans.

To help ensure you are taking full advantage of these new deductions and tax savings, my team is hosting two IRS Outreach Days in partnership with local tax experts*: 

• The Taxpayer Advocate Service
• Legal Aid of Arkansas’ Low Income Taxpayer Clinic
• The non-profit organization Arkansas Asset Builders

Pulaski County
Tuesday, March 17
10 am – 2 pm
Campus Center Building Room 103

University of Arkansas- Pulaski Technical College
3000 West Scenic Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118

Faulkner County
Thursday, March 26th
10 AM to 2 PM
The Don Owen Sports Center
10 Lower Ridge Rd. Conway, AR 72032 

If you need help navigating a tax issue, we encourage you to stop by and speak with our team.

*Please note, the tax experts will be there to answer your questions, tell you about all the new benefits of the Working Family Tax Cuts, and help you navigate the IRS. They will not be providing tax filing services. 

Submissions for the 2026 Congressional Art Competition are now open!

This competition is an opportunity to recognize and encourage artistic talent from across central Arkansas, with the winning artwork displayed for a year in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.

I will again be hosting a “Fan Favorite” award, where central Arkansans can vote for their favorite piece. The artwork that wins Fan Favorite will be displayed in my Little Rock office.

This challenge is open to all students in grades 9 through 12 who live in Arkansas’s Second Congressional District. The deadline to submit artwork to my office is Tuesday, March 31 at 12:00 pm CST.

One small change from years past: Students are no longer required to submit a photo of themselves with their artwork.

For more information and full submission instructions, click HERE.

          Last year's winner, "Beyond the Familiar" by Amber Bae.

My office can arrange tours of the Capitol and many other sights in Washington, D.C., on behalf of you and your family during your stay. Please note: White House tours require Real IDs or other accepted forms of ID, such as a valid passport or U.S. military ID.

If you and your loved ones are planning on visiting Washington, D.C. in the coming months, I recommend you reach out to my office to request tours as soon as possible HERE.

If you have any questions about your visit to Washington, D.C., please call my D.C. office at (202) 225-2506.