SW Arkansas Times

Rep. Bruce Westerman, a U.S. Congressman representing Arkansas' 4th district since 2015, shared several updates on December 12, 2024, via social media platform X. The posts reflect his appreciation for colleagues and legislative initiatives he is involved in.

In a post dated December 12, 2024, Westerman expressed gratitude towards Rep. Garret Graves for his leadership as Chairman of the Aviation Subcommittee on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. He stated: "Grateful for the leadership my good friend @RepGarretGraves has provided during his time as Chairman of the Aviation Subcommittee on @TransportGOP. He will be greatly missed here in Congress, and I wish him nothing but the best in all the future holds for him!"

Later that day, at 14:34 UTC, Westerman announced the introduction of The Fair Care Act of 2024. In his words: "I just introduced The Fair Care Act of 2024, a commonsense healthcare bill designed to: → cover preexisting conditions → lower insurance & prescription drug costs → increase coverage choices → promote telehealth". This bill aims to address various healthcare issues affecting Americans.

On December 12 at 20:30 UTC, Westerman congratulated fellow Arkansan Rep. French Hill on being selected as Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee. He remarked: "Congratulations to my friend and fellow Arkansan, @RepFrenchHill, on his selection as Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee." He highlighted Hill's background in banking as an asset for this role.