Representative French Hill

Dear Friend,

Last week, staffers from my Arkansas office participated in the Career Exposure Fair hosted by the Little Rock Regional Chamber and the Academies of Central Arkansas.

This career fair aims to introduce 9^th grade students to a variety of different career opportunities and allows for students to speak with representatives of companies, agencies, and organizations across central Arkansas.

The event lasted from Tuesday morning through Thursday afternoon, with over 1,500 students and 40+ organizations participating. I am pleased my office had the opportunity to be part of this event!

PULASKI COUNTY: ARKANSAS RENT RELIEF PROGRAM OPENS APPLICATIONS

Pulaski County residents may now apply for rent and utility relief through the Arkansas Rent Relief Program, administered by the Arkansas Department of Human Services.

If you are seeking rent and utility relief, you can apply by clicking this link. You will be redirected to the Arkansas Rent Relief Portal to create an account and submit an application. It is encouraged for tenants and landlords to work together to submit this application – doing so will help speed up the process.

Applicants will receive updates through the review process, including requests for additional information and the final award decision, through email.

If you or someone you know needs additional assistance, a list of community partners to help fill out the application is available here. If you need further assistance, please reach out to my Little Rock office at (501) 324-5941.

JOINING LARRY KUDLOW

Last week, I joined my friend, Larry Kudlow, to speak about the Democrats incessant spending spree. The constant spending is going to fall on the shoulders of our taxpayers and will only continue to ramp up inflation – currently at the highest rate we have seen in thirty years.

My full interview can be seen by clicking here.

RECOGNIZING KRISTY BRASFIELD

I recently spoke on the House floor, in recognition of Kristy Brasfield and her achievement of being awarded the 2021 Arkansas History Teacher of the Year.

Mrs. Brasfield teaches U.S. History and English IV at Joe T. Robinson High School in Pulaski County. She is also currently working towards her doctorate in education.

Mrs. Brasfield has previously been recognized, being awarded the Arkansas Council for Social Studies 9-12 Teacher of the Year, and the 2016 Rotary Educator of the Year.

My full speech can be seen by clicking here, or by clicking below.

DRUG OVERDOSE DEATHS TOP 100,000

For the first time, drug related overdose deaths have 100,000 people in a year-long span. This is 100,000 of our friends, family, and neighbors.

In September, I introduced the Preventing Overdoses and Saving Lives Act with my friend, Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI). This bipartisan bill will create a grant program allowing states and localities to conduct research on the opioid crisis, create a strategic plan to respond to the crisis, and implement co-prescribing under certain circumstances – increasing access to naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. In short, this bill will save lives. For more information regarding the bill, click here.

This holiday season, I will be thinking about the 100,000 Americans we lost this year. These deaths are preventable, and it is on us to take action before more lives are lost.

ARKANSAS REGIONAL ORGAN RECOVERY AGENCY

Last week, I met with the Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Agency (ARORA). ARORA works to procure and match organs to patients in need across the state.

This inspiring organization works to save countless lives every year. I was excited to meet with AORORA and discuss what I can do in Washington to help them continue their mission and continue saving lives in Arkansas.

Sincerely,