Bruce Westerman — Civic Mirror

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Inside Douglas County with U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz [5:04-10:06]

I mean, some huge percentage of people in my district are on those programs, and they're absolutely essential. But in many respects, it's because of the owl. And then turning to the owl, we had 1200 pairs of owls in 1980. Today we have 200 pairs of owls. And so you ask yourself, what have we spent these billions of …

Mar 31, 2026 · source · details / share

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Inside Douglas County with U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz

This is Inside Douglas County on news radio 939 FM and 1240 KQEM. It's our daily in depth look at people and issues that are shaping the local area. Inside Douglas County is presented by concrete builder supply. Now inside Douglas County on news radio 939 FM and 1240 KQEM. Afternoon, thanks for being here as we cover a number …

Mar 30, 2026 · details / share

Bill Water Resources DevelopmentIntergovernmental relationsLakes and riversParks, recreation areas, trailsPublic-private cooperationUser charges and feesWater resources fundingWilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

LAKES Act

Lake Access Keeping Economies Strong Act or the LAKES Act This bill modifies requirements relating to the collection and retention of user fees at certain recreation facilities. Specifically, the bill modifies requirements for a cost-sharing program for the management of recreation facilities established by the Water Resources Development Act of 1992. Currently, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers may enter …

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Government Operations and PoliticsArkansasCongressional tributesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyPostal service

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 80 1st Street in Kingsland, Arkansas, as the "Kingsland 'Johnny Cash' Post Office".

This act designates the facility of the U.S. Postal Service located at 80 1st Street in Kingsland, Arkansas, as the Kingsland 'Johnny Cash' Post Office.

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Environmental ProtectionAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvisory bodiesAgricultural marketing and promotionDepartment of the InteriorEndangered and threatened speciesEnvironmental regulatory proceduresForests, forestry, treesGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHunting and fishingIndian lands and resources rightsIntergovernmental relationsLand use and conservationOutdoor recreationParks, recreation areas, trailsPest managementPublic contracts and procurementRetail and wholesale tradesRoads and highways

America’s Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Environmental ProtectionAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightDepartment of the InteriorEndangered and threatened speciesEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesJudicial review and appealsPublic participation and lobbyingPublic-private cooperationState and local government operationsWildlife conservation and habitat protection

ESA Amendments Act of 2024

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Health

Promising Pathway Act 2.0

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Health

Fair Care Act of 2024

Mar 28, 2026 · source · details / share

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Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025

Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Neutral Building constructionCommunity life and organizationFederal officialsPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAlternative and renewable resourcesComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightClimate change and greenhouse gasesEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEmergency planning and evacuationExecutive agency funding and structureFirst responders and emergency personnelForests, forestry, treesDepartment of the InteriorCaliforniaFiresDepartment of AgricultureAgricultural practices and innovationsEcology

Fix Our Forests Act

Fix Our Forests ActThis bill establishes requirements for managing forests on federal land, including requirements concerning reducing wildfire threats, expediting the review of certain forest management projects, and implementing forest management projects and other activities.Specifically, the bill (1) designates certain firesheds at high risk for wildfires as fireshed management areas; (2) directs the U.S. Forest Service and U.S. Geological Survey to jointly …

Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Neutral Telephone and wireless communicationEducationCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsElementary and secondary educationAcademic performance and assessmentsEducational facilities and institutionsSchool administration

Focus on Learning Act

Focus on Learning ActThis bill requires certain federal actions to address the use of mobile devices in elementary and secondary schools.First, the bill directs the Office of the Surgeon General, in consultation with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to study and report on the use of mobile devices in elementary and secondary schools nationwide. Among other elements, …

Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share

Bill Neutral Public-private cooperationAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresState and local government operationsCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesEnvironmental ProtectionEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchWildlife conservation and habitat protectionDepartment of the InteriorJudicial review and appealsEndangered and threatened speciesPublic participation and lobbying

ESA Amendments Act of 2025

Mar 16, 2026 · source · details / share

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DOC Access Act of 2025

Dentist and Optometric Care Access Act of 2025 or the DOC Access Act of 2025This bill prohibits private health insurance plans from setting rates for items and services, except for dental cleanings, provided by a doctor of optometry, of dental …