Public Timber Project Arkansas | Rep. French Hill

November 13, 2026

I took to the House floor this week to recognize The Public Timber Project for its dedication to preserving our nation’s public hunting lands. Their volunteers have spent thousands of hours cleaning up and restoring public lands, making a lasting difference in Arkansas and beyond.

  • WWII Veteran & Purple Heart Recipient Gus “Buddy” Blass II | Rep. French Hill November 12, 2026

    This week, I took to the House floor to honor a great Arkansan, Gus “Buddy” Blass II of Little Rock, and had the privilege of entering his wartime memoir into the Congressional Record. A World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Buddy fought in the Battle of the Bulge, helped liberate German towns, and returned home to dedicate his life to serving his fellow Arkansans. In the years after the war, he continued that spirit of service, becoming a respected leader in his community. He helped ...

  • Russia-Ukraine War: Increasing Pressure on the Kremlin | French Hill September 18, 2026

    Russia's war against Ukraine is the largest land war in Europe since World War Il, and it must come to an end. It is time to send a clear and unmistakable message directly to the Kremlin: End your war of aggression. Get out of Ukraine. That is why I voted for the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 sanctions bill, that's why I have called on the administration to implement my REPO Act, and that's why I am calling on House leadership to bring Rep. Zach Nunn's bipartisan PEAC...

  • Protecting Arkansas History -- Scipio Jones House Assessment Act September 18, 2026

    Scipio A. Jones was a pivotal figure in American history, advancing civil rights with his landmark victory in Moore v. Dempsey. In defending the Elaine Twelve, Scipio Jones set a precedent that would be used in cases like Brown v. Board of Education, which notably led to the Little Rock Nine and the integration of schools across America. I testified before the House Natural Resources Committee on my Scipio Jones House Assessment Act earlier this week. My bill directs the Department of the Interi...

  • Portrait Unveiling -- Speaker Emeritus Kevin McCarthy September 15, 2026

    Moments ago, I joined several of my House colleagues to celebrate the official portrait unveiling of my dear friend, Speaker Emeritus Kevin McCarthy, and was honored to deliver the benediction. Kevin’s portrait represents years of service, hard-fought victories, difficult days, and friendships strengthened along the way. As future visitors to our Capitol walk these halls and see Kevin’s portrait hanging alongside those who came before him, may it serve as both a reminder of those who have led th...

  • Lessons from 9/11: Keeping America Safe -- Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence September 15, 2026

    Following our roundtable discussion with the families and first responders in Shanksville, Intelligence Committee Chairman and fellow Arkansan Rick Crawford led a hearing where we unanimously approved the release of our bipartisan review of the 9/11 Commission’s intelligence recommendations. The report examines what we have learned since 9/11, where our Intelligence Community has improved, and where work remains to keep Americans safe.

  • $3 Million Arkansas CAT -- Building the Future Workforce Initiative September 11, 2026

    Caterpillar is a great company and an important part of Arkansas’ manufacturing economy. I recently had the opportunity to visit their North Little Rock facility alongside Governor Sanders and Senator Cotton as Caterpillar announced a new investment in Arkansas’ workforce. Through its Building the Future Workforce Initiative, Caterpillar is investing up to $3 million to expand hands-on manufacturing pathways, strengthen technical training, and help prepare more Arkansans for good-paying careers ...

  • Rep. Hill Recognizes Chief Heath Helton's Service and Commitment to Public Safety July 28, 2026

    Rep. French Hill (AR-02) recognizes Little Rock Police Chief Heath Helton's 30 years of service and reaffirms his commitment to backing law enforcement and advancing policies that help reduce crime and strengthen public safety across Central Arkansas.

  • Congressman French Hill Questions Witnesses at House Intelligence Committee Hearing July 15, 2026

    Congressman French Hill participated in a hearing of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, questioning witnesses on issues affecting U.S. national security and intelligence oversight. Watch the full exchange and stay informed on the work being done in Congress. Subscribe for more updates from Congressman French Hill.

  • Rep. Hill on Why the Ukraine Bill Falls Short and Why Congress Should Pass the PEACE Act Instead June 5, 2026

    Rep. French Hill (AR-02) explains his opposition to the flawed Ukraine legislation and makes the case for a bipartisan approach to ending Vladimir Putin's illegal and barbaric war in Ukraine.

  • Reps. Hill, Adams, Turner, Sewell, McCormick, Figures INTRODUCE IGNITE HBCU EXCELLENCE ACT May 14, 2026

    This bipartisan, bicameral legislation, IGNITE (Institutional Grants for New Infrastructure, Technology, and Education) Act, would direct the Department of Education to award competitive grants to historically Black colleges and universities for the renovation, repair, and construction of campus facilities, including classrooms, research labs, student housing, and broadband infrastructure, while expanding research capacity, developing workforce skills, building entrepreneurial capacity, and adva...

  • One Month Later: Strengthening Arkansas HBCUs | 2026 HBCU Summit Recap & What’s Next April 14, 2026

    I was proud to host my 2026 Arkansas HBCU Summit at Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock, bringing together leaders from education, business, philanthropy, and government to discuss how we strengthen and support Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Arkansas and across the nation. I was honored to be joined by my co-chair of the House HBCU Caucus, the “Godmother of HBCUs,” Rep. Alma Adams, along with Governor Sarah Sanders. Arkansas’s HBCUs could not have a stronger advocate in the ...

  • Ukraine Floor Speech March 30, 2026

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