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James French Hill is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Arkansas's 2nd congressional district since January 6, 2015. He is a member of the Republican Party. Hill has focused on issues such as economic development, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his time in office. He has also been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at supporting small businesses and promoting job growth in Arkansas.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to two courageous young men, Army Private William ``Andy'' Long and Private Quinton ``EZ'' Ezeagwula. On June 1, 2009, these soldiers were the target of a terrorist attack at a military recruiting…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the University of Arkansas Razorback baseball team on their successful 2015 season. After winning their regional and super regional play, they made it to the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska…
Mr. Chair, on rollcall No. 352 Gosar No. 2 DoD App.'s I was detained in a constituent meeting. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no.'' Amendment Offered by Mr. Johnson of Georgia The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the…
Mr. Chairman, I want to thank my colleague from Arizona for yielding me time to speak on this very important amendment. I want to thank him for his leadership. Prescription drug abuse has become an epidemic in my home State of Arkansas and…
Mr. Speaker, at a time when our Nation is currently over $18 trillion in debt, we must carefully scrutinize our government programs to ensure that we are funding essential programs, policies, and projects while eliminating frivolous and…
Mr. Speaker, this past Monday, April 27, marked the 1-year anniversary of the devastation that occurred when a tornado struck the Mayflower, Vilonia, and Paron communities in Arkansas, destroying more than 400 homes and costing 16 people…
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title) add the following new section: Sec. 5__. None of the funds…
I thank the chairman for his comments. I appreciate his consideration. I would be happy to work with the gentleman to revise my amendment. Mr. Chair, I ask unanimous consent to withdraw my amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Is there objection to…
Mr. Chairman, in 2012, an award of $8 million was provided to design and build a 1.8-megawatt solar system at the John L. McClellan VA Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. It has been almost 2 years since that planned activation was to…
Madam Speaker, I rise tonight to honor the life and legacy of one of Arkansas' great leaders--and my friend--former Congressman John Paul Hammerschmidt. For the past three decades, I have known and admired Congressman Hammerschmidt, and I…
Regarding consumer protection, I agree with my colleagues that this bill does not weaken any current laws. It protects consumer access to affordable credit; it preserves the consumer's choice; it helps Americans achieve financial…
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