Womack Joins Senator Boozman in Welcoming Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle to Arkansas’s Third District

ARKANSAS—November 2, 2026 …Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) joined Senator John Boozman (AR) in welcoming Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle to Arkansas’s Third District. Acting Secretary Telle’s visit was part of a series of meetings, tours, and roundtables across the state highlighting Arkansas’s national security contributions and future opportunities to partner with academic institutions and the private sector to enhance solutions to the Army’s logistics, supply chain, and technological needs. Congressman Steve Womack said, “It was a privilege to have Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle in Arkansas’s Third District to showcase how our region is contributing to the state’s reputation as a major U.S. defense hub. From conducting groundbreaking research to being the home of leading logistics experts, Northwest Arkansas—especially with the help of our university partners—is making strides to provide the solutions that strengthen our national security and give our warfighters a competitive edge against adversaries." Senator John Boozman said, “It was a pleasure to host Acting Army Secretary Telle in Arkansas and showcase the important role our state plays in strengthening our nation’s defense. From the dedicated workforce at Pine Bluff Arsenal to Walmart’s expertise in supply chain logistics and the innovative research taking place at the University of Arkansas, these visits highlighted the talent, resources and capabilities unique to Arkansas. Our delegation is grateful for the chance to showcase these strengths and we look forward to continuing to build on them to support the Army and other national security needs.” Acting Secretary Adam Telle said, “From the vital production lines at Pine Bluff, to the global distribution engine of Walmart, to the world-class logistics and materials research at the University of Arkansas, this visit demonstrated the total national ecosystem required to secure our nation. By uniting military capability, private enterprise, and academic innovation, we guarantee the American Soldier is never in a fair fight.” Acting Secretary Telle continued, “The forward momentum we saw across Arkansas wouldn't be possible without the leadership and advocacy of President Trump, Secretary of War Hegseth, Senator Boozman, Senator Cotton, Congressman Womack and the entire Arkansas delegation. They are backing our warfighters with the resourcing and legislative firepower needed to modernize our organic industrial base and supercharge our installations. That’s how we empower our Soldiers with every competitive advantage when they step onto the battlefield.” Visit Highlights: Alongside Senator Boozman and Congressman Womack, Acting Secretary Telle visited Walmart’s Global Security Operations Center (GSOC). Staffed 24/7, the GSOC identifies and tracks events that could disrupt supply chains around the world and can be a key partner in our national emergency response when disaster strikes. At the University of Arkansas, Acting Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack saw firsthand how students, researchers, and experts are working to equip our warfighters with cutting-edge technology to protect our nation. With the leaders of the Army, University of Arkansas, and Contested Logistics Consortium at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack discussed how Northwest Arkansas’s supply chain expertise can assist the military in navigating complex operational environments. On a tour of the Multi-User Silicon Carbide (MUSiC) Research and Fabrication Laboratory with Inaugural Director of Business Development for the U of A Power Group (UAPG) Matthew Leftwich, Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack had a chance to see how their team is testing new applications in Silicon Carbide (SiC) electronics that give our military increased flexibility and a clear technological edge. At the Grady E. Harvell Civil Engineering Research and Education Center (CEREC), Dr. Micah Hale and Assistant Professor Morgan Broberg provided Secretary Telle and Congressman Womack an up close look at the innovative ways they are tackling commercial and military infrastructure deployment challenges. Read more about Acting Secretary Telle’s visit to Arkansas from Senator Boozman HERE . Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) has represented Arkansas’s Third Congressional District since 2011. He is a member of the House Appropriations Committee. Womack.house.gov ###