Mena Native Joins Boozman’s Washington Staff

Senator Boozman welcomes Mena High School graduate Travis Thrailkill to his Capitol Hill team.

WASHINGTON-Mena residents may now hear a familiar name when they contact U.S. Senator John Boozman's Washington, D.C. office. Polk County native Travis Thrailkill recently joined the senator's team as a staff assistant.

"It is an honor to join Senator Boozman's team and serve the people of Arkansas," said Thrailkill. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to represent my home state and contribute to the work being done to support communities across The Natural State."

"Travis has a strong appreciation for what makes Arkansas special and a desire to serve others that will make him a great addition to our office," said Boozman. "I'm pleased to welcome him to the team and look forward to helping guide his professional development as he delivers critical support to Arkansans."

In the staff assistant role, Thrailkill helps support the office's longstanding commitment to constituent services. His responsibilities include assisting individuals who contact the senator's Capitol Hill office with questions related to legislation and Senate activity as well as coordinating tours of Washington, D.C. landmarks and processing requests for flags flown over the U.S. Capitol.

Prior to joining Boozman's staff, Thrailkill interned for the senator in the nation's capital during the summer of 2025.

Thrailkill is a 2022 graduate of Mena High School and a 2026 graduate of the University of Arkansas, where he earned a bachelor's degree in history and political science. He is the son of Danny and Krystal Thrailkill and supported by his stepfather Mike Ross and stepmother Christy Thrailkill.

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