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Bruce Eugene Westerman is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 4th congressional district since January 6, 2015. A member of the Republican Party, Westerman has focused on issues such as natural resources, forestry, and environmental policy during his time in office. He has been an advocate for sustainable forestry practices and has worked on legislation aimed at improving the management of public lands. Westerman has also been involved in discussions around economic development and job creation in Arkansas.
This legislation would take approximately 173 acres of land into trust for the Jamul Indian Village for the benefit of the Tribe. I again thank Mr. Issa for his hard work on behalf of his constituents. I urge adoption of the bill, and I…
This is straightforward legislation that will extricate property owners and the Federal Government from a legal quagmire. I support this bill and note that it passed out of the Committee on Natural Resources by unanimous consent. Mr…
In closing, this is a commonsense, bipartisan bill that would benefit our local fire departments and improve our response to wildfires nationwide. Mr. Speaker, I urge adoption of this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The…
This is a simple, bipartisan bill that will distinguish an important site for its pivotal role in the American fight for independence ahead of our Nation's 250th anniversary. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I…
I have no further speakers, and I yield myself the balance of my time to close. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 8308 would reauthorize a program that has proven to be very effective in protecting our country's vital wetlands and marshes from a…
In closing, Mr. Speaker, many times in recent years this body has taken steps to help communities recover in the wake of natural disasters. Programs designed to help communities recover from these disasters must work effectively and help…
I have no further requests for time. I am prepared to close and reserve the balance of my time.
This straightforward bill will help strengthen the economic development, resource protection, and cultural heritage of a unique part of the country, while keeping Federal involvement to a minimum. I thank the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr…
In closing, Mr. Speaker, this commonsense bill will benefit Utah State Parks and alleviate some clear land management inefficiencies on the Federal side. At its core, H.R. 7332 is an example of effective collaboration between Federal…
By passing S. 3791, Congress will ensure that vital conservation work that has benefited countless at-risk species can be improved and continue on into the future. When we think about conservation, the word ``conservation'' denotes that it…
This is a straightforward bill that would honor the work and legacy of a devoted public servant. I urge the adoption of this legislation, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion…
This is a straightforward bill that will help a hard-hit community and provide it with options for how it can best bounce back. I thank Representative Tokuda for advancing this important legislation on behalf of her constituents. I…
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