Why I'm Running
My name is Bruce Westerman, and it is an honor to be serving as your Member of Congress from the Fourth District of Arkansas.
It is a privilege to fight to make government more fair to you, the hardworking Arkansas taxpayer, and create an environment where we can grow good-paying jobs for Arkansas workers.
I am asking for your continued support as I fight to move Arkansas forward by pushing for lower taxes, reforming our healthcare system and advocating for conservative values.
I hope you'll join our campaign by liking our page and signing up to volunteer.
As a lifelong resident of Garland County, it is a privilege to be raising my family here.
I ran for Congress to ensure that my children and your children have a brighter future as well as a federal government that treats them fairly.
It is why I ran and why I serve in Congress today.
By continuing to work together, we will make a difference for Arkansas.
Meet Bruce
Deep-rooted in Arkansas, Bruce Westerman was born and raised in Garland County. He graduated from Fountain Lake High School in
Hot Springs before attending the University of Arkansas where he played football for the Razorbacks.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological and Agricultural Engineering,
he received his Master's degree in forestry from Yale University.
For more than 22 years, Bruce worked in engineering and forestry at Mid-South Engineering in Hot Springs.
Developing a passion for public service, Bruce served as a board member on the Fountain Lake School District.
That dedication to public service grew, and in 2010, he was elected to the Arkansas House of Representatives. In 2012, Bruce was elected by his peers as the House Minority Leader, and in 2013 he became the first Republican House Majority Leader since Reconstruction.
In the Arkansas legislature, Bruce championed conservative principles: lower taxes, limited government, and strong family values.
When the 4th Congressional District seat opened up in late 2013, Bruce was encouraged to take his conservative leadership to Congress. He won single-handedly, defeating both primary and general election opponents. In Washington, Congressman Westerman currently serves as Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, and is on the House Transportation Committee.
Members of the House are responsible for introducing and voting on federal legislation, representing the interests of their constituents, and providing oversight of the executive branch. Key powers include drafting bills, serving on committees, approving the federal budget, and voting on matters of national policy, including declarations of war and presidential impeachments.