Who Is Running in Arkansas Congressional District 4th in 2026?

Bruce Westerman voted in favor of the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act in 2026. He also opposed halting the Keystone XL pipeline construction. Westerman advocates for lower taxes and reduced regulations, believing these measures enable individuals to invest in small businesses, help families make ends meet, and promote economic growth and job creation.

Bruce Westerman supports healthcare reform focused on lowering costs and protecting individuals with preexisting conditions. He introduced The Fair Care Act to achieve transparency, expand coverage, and reduce the number of uninsured Americans. Westerman also voted in favor of H.R. 6703, the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, which aimed to decrease health insurance costs. He emphasizes that healthcare is an American issue, not a partisan one.

Representative Bruce Westerman opposes abortion and supports pro-life legislation. He received an A+ rating from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America and a 100% score from the National Right to Life Committee. He advocates for the unborn, affirming that life begins at fertilization, and believes federal taxpayer dollars should not fund abortions. Westerman holds that the issue of abortion regulation should primarily be handled by states following the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling.

Bruce Westerman introduced the Focus on Learning Act, a bipartisan bill requiring a Surgeon General study on cell phone effects on K-12 student mental health and academic performance. He also co-chairs the Congressional Dyslexia Caucus and introduced a resolution for National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Westerman voted against the Equality Act and supported the "Big Beautiful Bill," which includes provisions for federal tax dollars to go toward private and home schooling. His focus is on creating the best environment for students to learn civics and history.