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This week, the Joint Performance Review Committee received testimony from state and county election officials about the use of paper ballots and voting machines. The 94th General Assembly has been diligently working to pass legislation that ensures the security of our elections. During the 2023 Regular Session, we enacted several important laws to safeguard our […]

This week, the General Assembly convened for an Extraordinary Session, during which the legislature passed significant tax legislation. The new laws reduce the top individual income tax rate to 3.9%, the lowest since the tax was first enacted in the state in 1923. Among Southern states with an individual income tax, Arkansas now has the […]

The General Assembly has concluded the Second Extraordinary Session, during which the Governor signed significant tax cut legislation into law. The new laws reduce the top individual income tax rate from 4.4% to 3.9% and the corporate income tax rate from 4.8% to 4.3%, both effective January 1, 2024. Additionally, the legislation directs the transfer […]

On Tuesday, the House passed HB1001 and HB1002. HB1001 lowers the top individual income tax rate from 4.4% to 3.9%, and the corporate income tax rate from 4.8% to 4.3%. These tax cuts are set to take effect on January 1, 2024. Additionally, the bill mandates the transfer of $290 million in surplus funds to […]

On the first day of the Second Extraordinary Session, the House Revenue and Taxation Committee advanced two bills. HB1001 would reduce the top individual income tax rate from 4.4% to 3.9%. The bill would also reduce the corporate income tax rate from 4.8% to 4.3%. The tax cuts would be effective January 1, 2024. In […]

The Arkansas General Assembly is set to convene for a special session on Monday, June 17. Governor Sanders issued the call earlier this week, highlighting several key agenda items. Among the priorities are significant tax cuts, including reductions in both individual income and corporate income taxes. The proposed plan aims to lower the top individual […]

Women have been part of the American military narrative since the Revolutionary War, initially serving as nurses, spies, and support staff. Today, they are integral to every branch of the armed forces, serving in roles that span from combat pilots to intelligence analysts. One of the pieces of legislation signed into law during the 2023 […]

Arkansas Farmers Market Week is just around the corner, running from June 9-15. With over 100 markets across the state, this is the perfect opportunity to explore the vibrant offerings of Arkansas agriculture. Direct-to-consumer sales through these markets and other channels support more than 1,500 local farmers. Whether you’re after the freshest produce, a sense […]

Memorial Day signifies more than just the unofficial commencement of summer. It is a day to pause, reflect, and honor the countless individuals who have laid down their lives in defense of our freedoms. Their selflessness and courage epitomize the very essence of patriotism, reminding us of the extraordinary debt we owe to those who […]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and celebrating recovery from mental illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 23% of Arkansans reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorders from March to April of this […]

On Thursday, the House adjourned the 2024 Fiscal Session Sine Die. In this Fiscal Session, the General Assembly passed a $6.3 billion budget with limited spending growth. The largest increases in the budget are directed to education and public safety. The appropriation for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for the next fiscal year did […]

This week, the House tackled several key issues including state employee pay, digital asset mining regulations, and the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. SB77, which was passed by the House, outlines a temporary pay plan for state employees, including a potential 3% raise and setting the minimum salary at $32,405 per year. Additionally, it […]