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Here are the stories making headlines this morning in the 3rd District:District NewsKNWATyson Ranks #1 in New Product DevelopmentUniversity to use online resume serviceArkansas Democrat-GazetteUA says search yields finalistRogers charter school gets OKMany get power back as another storm looms3 school districts shed fiscally distressed labelSpringdale : Council OKs stadium’s architectural

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Here is a list of this morning's headlines from the 3rd District:District NewsKFSMWal-Mart adding record number of new stores in JanuaryArkansas Democrat-GazetteAirports finding funding elusiveRogers : Board approves merit-pay planSpringdale teacher is national finalistBill addressing illegal workers killed by panelNorthwest Arkansas TimesLocal Housing Authority adopts domestic violence

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As the new Congress will wrestle with many issues, including Social Security and how to deal with the millions of illegal immigrants in the United States, I have chosen to co-sponsor, with my good friend from Texas, Mr. Carter, a bill which will close a loophole in the Social Security law which actually encourages illegal immigration. The bill, H.R. 332, prohibits the Social Security

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District NewsKFSMArk. lawmaker proposes making college textbooks more affordableLaid off Fort Smith Whirlpool workers getting new trainingMeat processor to raise cattle in South AmericaKHOGThousands Without Power In N.W. ArkansasArkansas Democrat-GazetteWal-Mart patron denied ‘after’ pillWal-Mart announces marketing firm dealsSiloam Springs : JBU gets pledge to renovate buildingsBenton County

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More press for Rep. Boozman this week, including stem-cells and Iraq.STEM CELLRep. Boozman voted no on H.R. 3, and Aaron Sadler picks up the story in The Morning News here, while the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette covers it here.IRAQKFSM's Jared Broyles did the hustle yesterday, wrangling Rep. Boozman for a phoner-interview for the 5 and 6 p.m. news on Thursday. Here is the text. "At this point I'll

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Here are this morning's headlines:District NewsArkansas Democrat-GazetteAvenue opens to give Guard 2nd Iraq tourFayetteville : Fincher’s testimony on rights strickenSpringdale : Bilingual post office opensAirport boardings rise slightly in ’06KFSMGuns taken in armed robberyPassport regulations tighten upBenton County Daily RecordPromenade gearing up for ’07 with new hoursNorthwest Arkansas

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Plenty of opportunities today to read about Rep. Boozman in the news.Let's get started:IRAQOf course the big one: reaction to President Bush's speech on Iraq. Rep. Boozman said the President gave an "honest and sober report" on Wednesday. He feels the President is determined to win the war and the plan may bring American servicemen and women home earlier, rather than laterHowever, Rep. Boozman

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Here is a look at the headlines of the 3rd District and Arkansas.District NewsKFSMUAFS history students hope to help with new Marshals museumKNWAWal-Mart CEO Sells More than 30,000 Shares of StockArkansas Democrat-GazetteFayetteville : Judge: Fincher not in ‘militia’Springdale : Ballpark plans big on nature47% of workers have Wal-Mart insuranceOut of boundsBenton County Daily RecordLocals named

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Aaron Sadler of Stephen's Media D.C. Bureau writes in this morning's Morning News on Rep. Boozman's interest in President Bush's speech on Iraq scheduled for tonight."I'd like to be reassured that we have a plan," Boozman said, marking his first comments critical of the war. "At this point, I think all of us have some real concerns about the direction of the war, and certainly the president has

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Here is a look at this morning's headlines from the 3rd District:District NewsThe Morning NewsJonesboro shooter found with gun, pot, while with crossbow killerArkansas Democrat-GazetteSchoolyard killer of ’98 faces drug, gun countsKeeper of guns used in school killings diesFayetteville : Fincher’s ties to militia OK for use in trialExisting mining in creek cut offKFSMTyson cuts beef production,

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and House Democrats, are playing politics with the security of the American people with today’s votes on "adopting" the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission. During the 2006 campaign Democrats made a promise to "close the remaining gaps in our security by enacting the 9/11 Commission recommendations." Today, Speaker Pelosi and the Democrats have chosen to break

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District NewsKFSMWal-Mart Stores shares slip after analyst lowers ratingWal-Mart attempts to counteract criticism with new advertismentsArkansas Democrat-GazetteBig news x 2Governor taps lawyer to fill Crabtree postPost office to open bilingual locationTyson to abandon Heflin, Ala., plantWal-Mart 2, Pols 0Benton County Daily RecordHarlem Globetrotters spin through Bentonville tonightSprucing up

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Here is a quick look at the stories making headlines today in Arkansas, and around the 3rd District:District NewsArkansas Democrat-GazetteHead of fundraising at UA dies at age 60Museum for marshalsFort Smith celebrates Marshals Service picking it for museumIn the digital dumpsFarmers get right to results of testsHutchinson to rejoin law firmWal-Mart defends reputation with adsBenton County Daily

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Rep. Boozman made headlines this morning in Arkansas, here is a quick look at them:From The Morning News:Congress Begins With Boozman In MinorityWASHINGTON -- The 110th Congress convenes today with 3rd District Rep. John Boozman looking for ways to stay relevant in his first stint as a member of the minority party.Boozman, R-Rogers, maintained he is on good terms with many Democrats, including

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Here is what is making headlines in the 3rd District and Arkansas:District NewsKFSMWal-Mart employees ask judge for more damages in break-time caseRise in drug dealers found with guns concerns Bentonville PoliceBenton County Daily RecordDelivery of meth leads to arrestsResidents aim to save old stadiumNorthwest Arkansas TimesArea may get peak-period electric plantThe Morning NewsTeens Arrested

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District NewsArkansas Democrat-GazetteAldermen don’t vote on aliensNorthwest Arkansas TimesLittle Rock investors buy Northwest Arkansas MallLocal demonstrators mourn casualties of Iraq war as American death toll hits 3,000The Morning NewsCommission Approves Baseball DevelopmentArkansas News Bureauhttp://www.arkansasnews.com/archive/2007/01/03/News/339383.htmlKFSMNew Bentonville Mayor sworn

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Here is a look at the headlines from the 3rd District:Geese Ruffle Feathers In Bella Vista(The Morning News)BELLA VISTA -- Most days, Bella Vista residents and the area's growing Canada goose population coexist without incident, but what the birds leave behind is becoming a problem.Stadium Designs Pave Way For Construction(The Morning News)SPRINGDALE -- A spade of dirt has yet to be turned in

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Here is a quick look at the headlines from the 3rd District:State environmental agency says no to new gravel mining along creek(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)State environmental regulators have upheld a decision to reject permit requests for two companies seeking new gravel-mining operations along Crooked Creek.Gunbattle put three officers in harm’s way(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)FORT SMITH — Three

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Here is a look at Wednesday's headlines from the 3rd District:New veterans memorial sparks public art debate(Northwest Arkansas Times)Fayetteville’s Ordinance Review Committee is next on deck to define a public arts policy for the city.Proposed ordinance would ban parking on lawns(KFSM)SPRINGDALE - According to the Springdale City Attorney's office, grass will soon be just for parks and not

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Here is a quick look at today's 3rd District headlines:Controversy surrounds middle school Christmas display(KFSM)The celebration of the Christmas holiday can bring carols, decorations, and displays.Planned Christmas resort remains unbuilt(KFSM)EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark. A Texas developer still plans to build a Christmas-theme, Victorian resort in Madison County, though the project is behind schedule

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Here is a quick look at the headlines from around the 3rd District:Woman sues over being required to attend NA meetings(KFSM)FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. A federal lawsuit filed against Rogers District Court claims a woman's sentence to a 12-step program amounts to government-forced participation in religion.Students Helping To Build Home For Paralyzed Man(KHOG)FORT SMITH, Ark. -- While Habitat for

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Here are this morning's headlines from around the 3rd District:Springdale elementary teacher named teacher of the year (Arkansas News BUreau)LITTLE ROCK - Justin Minkel, a second-grade teacher in Springdale who in October received a National Educator Award from the Milken Family Foundation, was named the 2006-2007 Arkansas Teacher of the Year on Wednesday.Springdale educator state Teacher of Year

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Here is a round-up of today's headlines from the 3rd District:Bill would bar state contracts with firms that hire illegal immigrants (Arkansas News Bureau)LITTLE ROCK - Legislation that would prohibit state agencies from entering into contracts with businesses that employ illegal immigrants was pre-filed Tuesday in advance of the 2007 session.Wal-Mart advertising head leaves suddenly(KFSM)

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This week, I call on my friends both Democrat and Republican to do away with emotion, look at the science, and pass H.R. 6099, the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act.We have a distinct opportunity Wednesday morning. We have an opportunity to pass common-sense legislation: letting mothers who request an abortion after 20 weeks get all the information of their decision, including the fact their unborn

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Courtesy: Roll CallAaron Sadler of Stephens Media's Washington D.C. bureau writes in Tuesday's Morning News and Arkansas News Bureau on Rep. Boozman's support of H.R. 6099, the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act.The bill, introduced by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) - and co-sponsored by Rep. Boozman - requires abortion providers to inform women requesting an abortion when their baby is 20 weeks or more

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Here is a round-up of this morning's 3rd District headlines:Sam's Club is bringing more than club memberships to the area(KFSM)Fayetteville- Fayetteville, Arkansas became the newest site for a Sam's Club in Northwest Arkansas. The facility will be located off I-540 and Highway 112 or exit 66.Sam’s Club breaks ground, plans to be finished by next fall(Northwest Arkansas Times)With the expected

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Here is a quick look at the headlines in the 3rd District:Fort Smith rival makes museum pitch(The Morning News)STAUNTON, Va. -- The frontier starts in Staunton, or so say the locals, and that's why the U.S. Marshals Service Museum should be built there.Trucking magnate Hunt still critical(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)Trucking magnate Johnnie B. Hunt remained in critical condition Sunday, a day after

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Here is a quick wrap-up of the headlines this morning in the 3rd District:Rainy weather troublesome for drivers(KFSM)FORT SMITH--The rain continues to pour down. More than four inches of rain fell in Fort Smith by early Thursday evening and all the water created some troublesome spots on some River Valley roads.Winter Weather Closes Schools, Makes Area Travel Hazardous(KHOG)FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. --

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Here is a look at the stories making headlines today:City Panel Supports Casino(Times Record)The Fort Smith Advertising and Promotion Commission voted 5-2 Tuesday to support a proposal for a casino and hotel along Fort Smith’s riverfront.We also have a winter storm coming through the area, you can keep tabs here:KFSM-TV (CBS) Radar KHOG-TV (ABC) Winter Storm BlogKHOG-TV (ABC) RadarCity's

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Here is a quick look at the headlines of the 3rd District:DeLay appointed Sebastian County prosecutor (Arkansas News Bureau)LITTLE ROCK - Gunner DeLay, a Republican who ran unsuccessfully for attorney general this year, was named Sebastian County prosecutor on Tuesday by Gov. Mike Huckabee.Vacant attorney post goes to DeLay(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)Gov. Mike Huckabee on Tuesday named former

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Restaurant Shooting Possibly 'Gang Activity'(The Morning News)FAYETTEVILLE -- A shooting incident at Casa Torres in Fayetteville early Sunday, which wounded two men, could be the result of possible gang activity, police said Monday.Wal-Mart to open stores in India in partnership with local firm(AP)NEW DELHI - India may soon have stores displaying the Wal-Mart brand despite government rules that

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:Adjusting To Radically New Surroundings Part Of Routine(KHOG)BAGHDAD, Iraq -- In the second part of 40/29's series on Arkansas Heroes On The Front Lines, Doug Grindle talked with local soldiers as they adjust to radically new surroundings.Springdale : Assistant police chief to retire(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)SPRINGDALE — Springdale

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Paul Barton, the award-winning D.C. Bureau reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, talks to the Arkansas delegation about recent comments by former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger.Barton gets quotes from both Arkansas senators, as well as two members of the House, including Rep. Boozman.The lone Republican in the delegation, Rep. John Boozman, said in an interview he appreciates Kissinger’

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:Wanted: A museum(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)The committee that will decide where to locate a new museum about the U. S. marshals dropped in on Fort Smith last week.Chief: Profiling fear unfounded(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)Rogers police Chief Steve Helms doubts a new program that trains local police to enforce federal immigration laws

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:City celebrates history of U.S. Marshals(KFSM)FORT SMITH - The men who helped tame the Wild West are the center of attention in Fort Smith this week as city leaders work to lure the U.S. Marshal's Museum to this frontier town.Streaming Video LinkMarshals Museum could mean big bucks for Arkansas tourism(KFSM)FORT SMITH - The U.S.

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Melissa Blakely from The Morning News of Northwest Arkansas writes this Friday about efforts of a local housing coalition to tackle homelessness.The story includes a promise of involvement by Rep. Boozman.The coalition will begin working on the 10-year-plan in January at its next meeting.Third District Rep. John Boozman, R-Rogers, said Thursday his office "will make a real effort to attend those

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Paul Barton from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette D.C. Bureau speaks to Rep. Boozman about who he may support in the GOP Leadership elections scheduled for Friday.“I think John (Boehner) has done a very good job over the last several months,” Boozman said.

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:City celebrates Marshals history(KFSM)FORT SMITH--The men who helped tame the Wild West are the center of attention in Fort Smith this week as city leaders work to lure the U.S. Marshal's Museum to this frontier town.Panel deciding on Marshals Service museum tours Fort Smith(AP)FORT SMITH, Ark. Members of a group that will decide

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Three stories today about Rep. John Boozman.First off, Boozman joins Arkansas' two Senators in praising the University of Arkansas for obtaining a $1.3 million Disability and Rehabilitation Research Project grant to the UA's Research & Training Center for Persons who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing."I am proud the University of Arkansas has taken the lead and secured this grant money that represents

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:Fort Smith Planning To Make Final Push For Museum(KHOG)FORT SMITH, Ark. -- A local city is hoping it will soon be home to a national museum.Skyboxes must be paid with private money(The Morning News)ROGERS -- Corporations, alumni groups and others who want to kick back in climate-controlled comfort to watch Mounties or War Eagles

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Here is Wednesday's House Floor schedule:ANTICIPATED FLOOR SCHEDULEOn Wednesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes expected: 12-1:00 p.m.One MinutesSuspensions (6 bills):1) S. 101 - A bill to convey to the town of Frannie, Wyoming, certain land withdrawn by the Commissioner of Reclamation (Sponsored by Sen. Enzi / Resources Committee)2) S. 4001 - New England

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Here is the Tuesday schedule in the House:ANTICIPATED FLOOR SCHEDULEOn Tuesday, the House will meet at 10:00 a.m. for morning hour and 11:00 a.m. for legislative business. Last votes expected: 1:30-2:30 p.m. One MinutesSuspensions (5 bills): 1) H.J.Res. 96 - Recognizing the contributions of the Christmas tree industry to the United States economy (Sponsored by Rep. Foxx / Agriculture

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In our Newswrap, you may have noticed the headline "House authorizes 'Trail of Tears' study."The story details the passage of H.R. 3085, with amendment, co-sponsored by three of the four Arkansas House members, including Reps. Boozman, Berry and Snyder. In all, there were 20 co-sponsors to the bipartisan resolution, which passed 383-3.Rep. Boozman was not present at Monday's vote as he joined

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The newswires are a little sparse this morning as Rep. Boozman continues to meet with NATO allies in Canada.However, Alex Daniels of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette's D.C. Bureau writes on what is expected as Congress returns to work.

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:UA professor honored by U.S. Interior Department(AP)FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. A University of Arkansas professor has been honored for his work with state catch-and-release programs.Ozark National Forest considers more trails(The Morning News)MOUNTAIN HOME -- Officials with the Ozark National Forest, after reviewing public comments, are

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Here is the morning round-up of news in Arkansas' Third District:Church at Pinnacle Hills opens(Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)ROGERS — Amber Kennedy and her sister Brittany sat in the coffee shop at The Church at Pinnacle Hills sipping iced mochas as they waited for worship to begin Sunday morning.Eureka Springs marijuana measure passes(KFSM)LITTLE ROCK Eureka Springs voters have approved a measure

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A new feature for the blog, everyday we will post online press about the Congressman in order to keep you up-to-date.Since it is Monday, this morning's stories come from the weekend, beginning with a story by Paul Barton from the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette about the Arkansas delegation's plans for the 110th Congress.WASHINGTON — If House Speaker-to-be Nancy Pelosi is in an hurry to start changing

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Today the House gets back to business following the midterms, here is what is on tap for today:ANTICIPATED FLOOR SCHEDULEOn Monday, the House will meet at 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. One MinutesSuspensions (11 bills): 1) H.R. 409 - Sierra National Forest Land Exchange Act of 2006 (Sponsored by Rep. Radanovich / Resources Committee)2) H.R. 3085

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Now that the election is over, work still continues in the 3rd District.Today, Rep. Boozman held dual press conferences in Fayetteville and Fort Smith about the need for air travelers to our North American neighbors to have a passport to return.The deadline is Jan. 8, 2007, and it ONLY applies to AIR TRAVELERS.To learn more, click here.To download an application, click here.

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U.S. Representative John Boozman (R-AR) will take part in the proclamation of October as "Methamphetamine Awareness and Prevention Month" at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 2 at the Rogers Police Department at 1905 S. Dixieland Road.Rep. Boozman will speak at the event on keeping the community involved in the fight against Methamphetamines.Boozman is a member of the Speaker’s Drug Task Force and in

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We expect to be burning the keeping the lights on the House of Representatives tonight.Ahead on the schedule:Working on the Wright Amendment Reform Act.On this issue, safety must come first.

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Rep. John Boozman has been named a conferee for the Water Resources Development Act.Boozman is a member of the House Transportation & Infastructure's Subcommitte on Water Resources and the Environment.

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Rep. John Boozman will co-sponsor two bills to help protect the rights of gunowners.Rep. Boozman will co-sponsor H.R. 5092, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE) Modernization and Reform Act of 2006, introduced by Rep. Howard Coble (R-NC 06).Rep. Boozman will also co-sponsor H.R. 5005, the Firearms Corrections and Improvements Act, introduced by Rep. Lamar Smith (

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Rep. Boozman will be a part of a major announcement by the University of Arkansas at the Pinnacle Business Center in Rogers this Monday at 8:30 a.m.The announcement will deal with an important project which will benefit the Third District, as well as the rest of Arkansas.While we can't say what it is, here are some links to local media as to what it might be all about:Here and here.

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Rep. John Boozman is in Southwest Missouri Monday morning, taking part in a field hearing of the House Subcommittee on Livestock and Horticulture.Boozman, who has successfully raised Polled Hereford cattle, is taking part in the field hearing with House Majority Whip Roy Blunt, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson, Agriculture Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte, and Subcommittee Chairman Robin Hayes.The hearing is

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Next week, Rep. Boozman will host an Anti-Gang Summit at Springdale's Har-Ber High School.The Summit will feature Rep. Randy Forbes (R-VA), who is a national advocate for both preventing and prosecuting criminal gangs.Also at the Summit, local leaders will here from anti-gang experts from the local, state and federal levels.Click here to listen to Rep. Boozman speak about the upcoming

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Last week, Rep. Boozman traveled to the Middle East to visit with Arkansas troops fighting the War on Terror.The trip, sponsored by the House Committee on Veteran's Affairs, focused on the medical treatment provided to injured soldiers and how the Veteran's Administration can assist soldiers transition back into civilian life. Boozman was accompanied by committee Chairman Steve Buyer (R-IN),

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Last week, Congress took bold steps to protect children and our communities from sexual predators. The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (H.R. 4472) will overhaul the nation’s current sex offender registration and community notification laws. It is named in memory of six-year-old Adam Walsh, who was kidnapped and murdered in 1981. It was signed into law by President George W

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Earlier this week, Rep. Boozman joined members of the Fort Smith Museum Steering Committee for a presentation to the U.S. Marshal Service that was aimed at showing them why Fort Smith is the ideal home for the Marshal Service Museum. At the conclusion of that presentation, we left them a video that shows the wonderful support the community has for this project. That video is now available online

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Tonight, I took to the House floor to mourn the passage of J.E. Dunlap and to honor his life. J.E. was so well-respected in his hometown of Harrison. He contributed so much to the community and we are all going to miss him immensely.Here is the text of the short speech I delivered honoring his life.Honoring the Life of J.E. DunlapMr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of J.E. Dunlap, who

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Today's news that the government has recovered the stolen laptop computer and hard drive with sensitive data on up to 26.5 million veterans and military personnel is a relief to many who may have had their information stolen. Even better news is the FBI's announcement that the first review of the equipment shows that "the data base remains intact and has not been accessed since it was stolen."

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Yesterday, Rep. Boozman joined members of the Fort Smith Museum Steering Committee in Washington, D.C. today to make their pitch to the U.S. Marshal Service to choose Fort Smith as the permanent home for their museum. The presentation focused on the how the area's history is so entwined with the Marshal Service history and how much support for the museum there is in the community. After their

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Rep. Boozman welcomed his colleagues from the North American Treaty Organization Parliamentary Assembly (NATO-PA) to the Third District of Arkansas yesterday. Their three-day visit was one of only two stops on this United States trip. The Third District was selected so NATO-PA members could see firsthand how international commerce is changing this region. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, the Benton

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Members of the Fort Smith Museum Steering Committee are in Washington, D.C. today to make their pitch to the U.S. Marshal Service to choose Fort Smith as the permanent home for their museum. Rep. Boozman has been a strong supporter of the efforts to bring the U.S. Marshals Museum to Fort Smith and is with the Fort Smith officials to assist in the presentation.Part of the presentation highlights

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Yesterday, the House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunities - which Rep. Boozman is chairman of - and the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs held a joint hearing on the recent theft of the personal information of millions of veterans. During the hearing, Rep. Boozman challenged the Veterans Administration (VA) to follow through on recommendations that it

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Last month, the Boozman Blog reported that more than 70 percent of Arkansas' Medicare beneficiaries had prescription drug coverage thanks to the new Medicare prescription drug program. Today's Morning News reports that this number is actually higher. Over 76% of eligible seniors in Arkansas now have prescription drug coverage.This is good news. Seniors have seen through the efforts of the

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As the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports today, methamphetamine lab busts declined sharply in 2005. That trend is likely to continue now that the federal government is getting tough on meth and since Congress is giving them the tools they need to crack down on meth production, including the anti-meth provisions that were included in the Patriot Act reauthorization that President Bush signed into

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On June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger led Union soldiers into Galveston, Texas, bringing the news that the Civil War had ended and that the Emancipation Proclamation, signed over two years earlier, had declared that slaves were free. Today we recognize that date as Juneteenth in commemoration of the news that all Americans were finally free. It is important that we reflect on this date

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The dedicated volunteers of Johnson County RFD #1's Fire Safety Team were recently named a "Daily Point of Light Winner" by the Points of Light Foundation and Volunteer Center National Network.I recently highlighted the good work that the firefighters and Fire Corps volunteers at Johnson County Rural Fire Department #1 are doing. That good work includes installing smoke alarms for low income

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On June 29, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956 to establish a 41,000-mile National System of Interstate and Defense Highways, known as the Interstate Highway System, and the Highway Revenue Act of 1956 to create a Highway Trust Fund.As the 50th anniversary of the interstate system approaches, it is important to recognize how vital interstates have been

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Rep. Boozman hosted a picnic to honor new students and alumni of our nation's military academies. More than 100 people at a picnic honoring Third District students who attended or are about to attend a military academy. Recent graduates and current students offered advice to incoming freshmen. Among the highlights of the event was when Rep. Boozman presented the Third District's most recent

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The leader of al-Qaeda in Iraq, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's reign of terror is over courtesy of the U.S. Air Force. al-Zarqawi was killed last night by a U.S. air strike. Below, you will find a wrap-up of the coverage, including Rep. Boozman's statement on this major victory in the War on Terror.Rep. Boozman's statement on killing of al-ZarqawiFox News details how the operation went downNPR looks at

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Did you know that there hasn't been a new refinery built in the U.S. in thirty years? Think about the effect this has had on the price you are currently paying at the pump. During that time, demand has dramatically increased and because we cannot met that demand, we are importing about twelve percent of our refined crude oil needs leaving us dependent on hostile governments like Venezuela to meet

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Today's Benton County Daily Record had this story on the first week of a new class at Northwest Arkansas Community College that hopes to help ease the area's nursing shortage by putting students through an accelerated program. Twenty-four students are enrolled in NWACC's new Access Nursing program which requires students to complete four semesters of work in a little over a year. Rep. Boozman

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The final version of the "Respect for America's Fallen Heroes Act" passed the House last night and is on its way to the president to be signed into law. The bill takes on the small group of misguided people who would rather make their statement than respect the sacrifices our veterans have made.Rep. Boozman, a cosponsor of this very important bill, has said in the past that we "must allow

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Congratulations to Andrew McFerron of Siloam Springs for drawing the winning entry in the Congressional Art Contest for the Third District. His work will now hang here in the U.S. Capitol for the next year next to 434 other pieces of art, one from every congressional district in the nation.Andrew is the fifth student from Siloam Springs to win in the last six years that Siloam Springs High School

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Today's Arkansas Democrat-Gazette features a story on the Arkansas Congressional delegation's efforts to combat high gas prices. Because the article looked at the efforts of each member of the delegation, it could not cover Rep. Boozman's work in its entirety, so we wanted to use this space to expand on that story.As the article mentions, Rep. Boozman has cast votes to encourage more refineries

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There is an interesting read in today's Washington Times about efforts to cast amnesty proposals in softer terms to win more support from the American people. The problem with this approach is that Americans see these proposals for what they are - which is amnesty. Changing that name does not change their opinions. Nor will it change mine. I believe that amnesty rewards unlawful behavior, which

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The NATO-PA has made a report on China authored by Rep. Boozman and Petras Austrevicius of Lituania available online. Rep. Boozman delivered the report on the challenges facing NATO countries in their relations with China at the NATO-PA 2006 Spring meetings. The report in essence focuses on the paradox that contemporary China is. On the one hand, the country has experienced the most sustained and

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Arkansas' seniors know a good thing when they see it. That is why it is not surprising to see that a majority of eligible Arkansans signed up for the Medicare Prescription Drug Program before Monday's deadline. The Associated Press is reporting that more than 70 percent of the 480,000 who qualify had signed up for the program as of May 7th, and that the number of enrollees is expected to climb as

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In case you missed them, here are some of today's important reads:An Example for the Nation: Rep. Boozman congratulates Sebastian County drug court graduates and said the said the program is setting an example for the nation in this Southwest Times-Record piece.More Praise for Drug Courts: Correction officials in Arkansas tell state legislators that drug courts and other prison diversion programs

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The Respect for America's Fallen Heroes Act is set to be considered on the House floor tomorrow. Rep. Boozman is a cosponsor of this very important bill which prohibits demonstrations during a funeral or memorial service at a national cemetery. It is very disheartening to see that some people would rather make a statement than respect the sacrifices our veterans have made. For this reason, the

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Didn't want anyone to miss these important stories on a busy Saturday news day:"Simply Unacceptable": The Benton County Daily Record writes about the two votes Rep. Boozman cast last week to help with rising gas prices - including one to take on gas gougers, a practice he called "simply unacceptable."Pat on the Back: Rep. Boozman made a stop at UA Fort Smith last week to give a pat on the back to

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Rep. Boozman will be speaking at the Drug Courts 12th Anniversary Celebration at the Fort Smith Courthouse.Rep. Boozman is a strong supporter of drug courts and has passed legislation to improve and standardize drug court testing around the nation. He has also attempted to make federal funds available for drug courts to hold their hearings in public.His speech will relate to the good work that

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Lots going on in the news today, so let's look at some of the big stories in the Third District.Honoring the Gentleman from Harrison: Stephens Media and the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette both run stories about the House passage of the "John Paul Hammerschmidt Post Office Designation Act.""Terrific Example": First Lady Laura Bush was in Fort Smith yesterday to thank a group of St. Bonafice Catholic

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Rep. Boozman's bill to honor ex-Rep. John Paul Hammerschmidt by naming a postal facility in his hometown of Harrison the John Paul Hammerschmidt Post Office passed the U.S. House of Representatives today by voice vote.Read the speech Rep. Boozman made on the House Floor during consideration of the legislation here.

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Across the country this weekend, Americans aimed to raise the awareness of the plight of children in Northern Uganda by participating in "Global Night Commutes."In Northwest Arkansas, 175 people trekked from south Rogers to Dickson Street on foot to camp out on the University of Arkansas' Old Main front lawn. Their hike reflects the trip thousands of young Ugandans have to make each night to

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Rep. Boozman joined a handful of his colleagues and seniors from around the country at a Medicare Rx Rally this morning. Boozman's message was that the plan is working and seniors who have no coverage should really consider looking into because there is a good chance they "will find it advantageous."The deadline to sign-up for the benefit without having to pay a higher premium is right around the

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One of the world's worst humanitarian crises is quietly going on in east Africa nation of Uganda.For nearly two decades, the terrorist Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) - which strives to overthrow the current government and replace it with one based on the Ten Commandments -has attacked civilians in northern Uganda killing tens of thousands, abducting more than 20,000 children and resulting in 1.4

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USA Today reports that the number of methamphetamine addicts in treatment jumped 57% in three years. The article goes on to say that meth addicts represented at least 20% of those seeking treatment in a handful of states including Arkansas. While it is a good sign that these individuals are seeking treatment, one can't help but be alarmed by the dramatic rise in people trying to free themselves

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According to this story in today's Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, over 223,000 seniors in Arkansas have signed-up for the new Medicare Prescription Drug program. That means 79% of Medicare recipients in Arkansas have prescription coverage, when you combine the above number with the number of Arkansas' seniors who already had prescription coverage through another source (150,000).The deadline to

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If you are a Medicare participant in Fort Smith and you are considering signing-up for prescription drug coverage, you may want to visit this upcoming forum sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging (AAA). The AAA, numerous service providers, organizations and pharmacy industry representatives have been enrolling participants since the program began and will be on hand to help educate you on your

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Recently I highlighted the good work that the firefighters and Fire Corps volunteers at Johnson County Rural Fire Department #1 are doing. Apparently we aren't the only ones noticing. During her recent visit to Washington, Dayna Hilton, volunteer firefighter and Public Fire and Life Safety Educator with Johnson County RFD #1 received the 2006 National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Fire Prevention

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In their Sunday edition, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette ran a story that mirrors the national stories on the Medicare Prescription Drug program that we have been following on this blog over the past week. Seniors are signing up and realizing true savings. In fact, 70 percent of the eligible beneficiaries across the nation have enrolled and as this story indicates, most have been happy with the

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Regional Aviation Partners - a non-profit organization that represents the interests of regional aviation, small communities, consumers and the business entities that serve them - recently praised Rep. Boozman calling him a "staunch supporter of small community air service" in their newsletter's "Spotlight on Congress" section. As a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure's Aviation

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If you have visited this blog in the past few days, you would have seen a pattern in the postings. That pattern is to highlight the very positive news about the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. The frequency of those stories are increasing daily. While many opponents try to talk the program down for political reasons, seniors, editorial pages and now the AARP are showing that the opposition's

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Yesterday, we posted some praise for the new Medicare Prescription Drug Program from editorial pages across the country. It seems they aren't the only ones that see the benefits. This story from the Washington Post shows from their polling that nearly 2/3's of the seniors enrolled in the program feel it is saving them money. Despite the rhetoric of the program's critics, seniors are saving money

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Thanks to the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, seniors are saving money on their medications - many for the first time.Opinion makers around the country are seeing these positive effects. Here is just a smattering of the many good things being said about the program:The New York Times: "...many previously uninsured patients are clearly saving money on drug purchases." (Editorial, "Medicare Drug

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This week's column is on the fantastic work being done by the Johnson County Rural Fire District #1's Fire Corps program. Fire Corps creates the connection between the fire department and the community, providing a vehicle for citizens to find out which fire departments in their area are looking for help, and providing resources for fire departments and citizens to be able to create and sustain

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Last week, Rep. Boozman and Rep. G.K. Butterfield, chairmen of the Congressional Caucus for Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), kicked off the formation of the new caucus with a reception on Capitol Hill. The caucus seeks to enhance relations between the United States and Cote d'Ivoire and strives to assist the Ivoirian people in their desire to live in peace, democracy and prosperity. Their nation has

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