Political Quotes

John Boozman

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John Nichols Boozman is an American politician and optometrist currently serving as the junior United States senator from Arkansas, a position he has held since January 5, 2011. A member of the Republican Party, Boozman has focused on various issues including agriculture, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure in the Senate. He has been an advocate for policies that support the agricultural community, often emphasizing the importance of collaboration between government and local farmers.

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  1. This is really not about SNAP recipients, this is about allowing states to continue making error rates that are unimaginable.12 sources2026sourcenm.com
  2. Should this legislation be defeated today, current law will remain in effect, and states who poorly administer SNAP programs will begin to pay for the portion of the benefit cost next year.11 sources2026sourcenm.com
  3. While this is clearly welcome progress, we need more of our colleagues’ votes to reflect the urgency of supporting farmers, ranchers, forest landowners and rural communities.4 sources2026iowacapitaldispatch.com
  4. I’m proud to put forward this discussion draft that reflects the input and priorities of Republicans, Democrats, and most importantly, rural America.3 sources2026penncapital-star.com
  5. America’s farmers, ranchers and producers have always answered the call to do more to feed the nation.3 sources2026penncapital-star.com
Oct 7, 2026

North Dakota farm families helped shape the Working Families Tax Cuts, and because we listened to their priorities, we made sure the law included enhancements to the farm safety net.

hoeven.senate.gov
Sep 25, 2026

Women veterans have made tremendous sacrifices in service to our nation, and they deserve access to the quality care and resources they have earned.

duckworth.senate.gov
Sep 16, 2026

While this is clearly welcome progress, we need more of our colleagues’ votes to reflect the urgency of supporting farmers, ranchers, forest landowners and rural communities.

iowacapitaldispatch.com
Aug 16, 2026

I hope that after people are home visiting with their constituents, visiting with their farmers, visiting with their states…that the Democrats will vote for the bill.

arkansasadvocate.com
Aug 16, 2026

I’m a guy that’s pretty low key and pretty good at working with people to get things done. And we’ve worked really hard to get this done. Farmers desperately need it.

arkansasadvocate.com
Aug 7, 2026

We respectfully urge you to maintain the scientific drain tile setback rule that’s been successful for more than 60 years.

dailycaller.com
Aug 6, 2026

This is really not about SNAP recipients, this is about allowing states to continue making error rates that are unimaginable.

sourcenm.com
Aug 6, 2026

Should this legislation be defeated today, current law will remain in effect, and states who poorly administer SNAP programs will begin to pay for the portion of the benefit cost next year.

sourcenm.com
Aug 6, 2026

I’m deeply disappointed by this outcome.

rollcall.com
Aug 4, 2026

Our federal courts deserve facilities that are well maintained and able to meet the needs of the judges, legal professionals and the public they serve.

durbin.senate.gov
Jul 27, 2026

It’s time for the Senate to pass this legislation and provide the regulatory clarity the marketplace needs to ensure the U.S. remains a global leader.

lummis.senate.gov
Jul 27, 2026

Senator Graham tirelessly worked to impose real consequences on Putin and end Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.

ernst.senate.gov
Jul 23, 2026

In light of the devastating wildfires we now see far too often, Congress should do everything it can to encourage better forest management practices.

padilla.senate.gov
Jul 23, 2026

It delivers the certainty consumers, businesses and markets have been calling for by creating strong safeguards while supporting responsible innovation.

lummis.senate.gov
Jun 29, 2026

America’s farmers, ranchers and producers have always answered the call to do more to feed the nation.

penncapital-star.com
Jun 29, 2026

I’m proud to put forward this discussion draft that reflects the input and priorities of Republicans, Democrats, and most importantly, rural America.

penncapital-star.com
May 27, 2026

Medicare patients need timely access to medical imaging, but current guidelines continue to limit providers’ ability to utilize this important diagnostic tool.

lujan.senate.gov
Oct 29, 2025

It will make their lives more difficult. And, you know, the bottom line is, we need to quit holding these people hostage.

nbcnews.com
Jul 25, 2025

The best way to serve our agriculture community is by working together, so it’s disappointing USDA didn’t share its plans in advance of this announcement.

nypost.com
Jun 12, 2025

It’s about being good stewards of taxpayer dollars while giving folks the tools to succeed.

cnn.com
Jun 1, 2025

That's something that I heard some members voice concern about.

cbsnews.com
May 8, 2025

If there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask that it stand adjourned under the previous order. There being no objection, the Senate, at 3:52 p.m., adjourned until Monday, May 12, 2025, at 3 p.m.

govinfo.gov
Apr 4, 2025

I rise in opposition to Amendment No. 1726. I appreciate the concerns of my colleague from New Mexico regarding the challenges facing Americans in rural areas and those in need of nutrition assistance. However, this amendment indicates…

govinfo.gov

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