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Daily Summary for January 24, 2019

January 24, 2019
On Thursday, the House passed legislation aimed at protecting employees when it comes to microchip technology.  HB1177 provides rights for employees including the right to refuse an implant, have it removed, and access to the data collected.  The bill also ensures that the employer is responsible for costs incurred. The bill passed with a vote […]
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Daily Summary for January 23, 2019

January 23, 2019
Members of the House State Agencies and Governmental Affairs Committee began hearing details on legislation to transform state government.  HB1070 contains the general provisions for the transformation.  It creates 15 departments.The departments created in the legislation are:•The Department of Agriculture•The Department of Commerce•The Department of Corrections•The Department of Education•The Department of Energy and Environment•The Department […]
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“Do Pass for Denim”

January 23, 2019
The House of Representatives is once again participating in “do Pass for Denim” on Thursday, January 24, 2019.  The members will be donating $20 for the privilege of wearing blue jeans on the House floor. This year, funds raised will benefit the Central Arkansas Veterans Administration (CAVA) Wood Lathe Turning Program. The program provides recreational […]
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Daily Summary for January 22, 2019

January 22, 2019
Two pieces of legislation addressing the opioid crises in Arkansas moved forward today.With a vote of 97-0, the House voted to advance HB1013 to the Senate.  This bill adds podiatrists to the list of healthcare providers subject to rules regarding schedule II narcotics. Earlier today, the House Public Health, Welfare and Labor Committee advanced HCR1003. […]
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Week 1 of 2019 Regular Session

January 18, 2019
There is a new rule taking effect this session which changes the way our many of our committees are formed.The House consists of 10 standing committees, 7 select committees and 3 special committees. A vast majority of legislation introduced in the Regular Session is assigned to a standing committee.In years past, we gathered with other […]
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Week 1 of 2019 Regular Session

January 18, 2019
Highway funding, tax cuts, teacher salaries, and transforming state government are just a few of the many issues before us this session. So far, more than 200 bills have been filed in the House.  More than 130 bills have been filed in the Senate.These bills, and the hundreds yet to be filed, will all be […]
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Daily Summary for January 17, 2019

January 17, 2019
There are a few bills now making their way to the House floor as we are wrapping up the first week of the Regular Session. Today the House Public Health, Welfare, and Labor Committee advanced HB1013 which adds podiatrists to the list of healthcare providers subject to rules regarding schedule II narcotics.  Schedule II narcotics […]
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Daily Summary for January 16, 2019

January 17, 2019
In every session, one of the first pieces of legislation to be considered by the House is the resolution to adopt House Rules.  Rules of the House guide members on everything from how a bill can be amended to when a member can ask a question. In the rules adopted today, members approved eliminating a […]
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Daily Summary for January 16, 2019

January 17, 2019
In every session, one of the first pieces of legislation to be considered by the House is the resolution to adopt House Rules.  Rules of the House guide members on everything from how a bill can be amended to when a member can ask a question. In the rules adopted today, members approved eliminating a […]
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Daily Summary for January 15

January 15, 2019
It was another historic day in the House Chamber as all newly elected constitutional officers took the oath of office. Among those swearing in were Lieutenant Governor Tim Griffin, Secretary of State John Thurston, Treasurer Dennis Milligan, Auditor of State Andrea Lea, Attorney General Leslie Rutledge, Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land and Governor Asa […]
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The Arkansas 92nd General Assembly convenes

January 15, 2019
The 92nd General Assembly is now in session. All members took the oath of office in the House Chamber on Monday afternoon. Members then officially elected Matthew Shepherd from El Dorado as the Speaker of the House for the 92nd General Assembly. After his address, the Speaker then announced committee appointments. Each member serves on […]
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Committees for 92nd General Assembly to be announced Monday

January 14, 2019
The House consists of 10 standing committees, 7 select committees and 3 special committees. A vast majority of legislation introduced in the Regular Session is assigned to a standing committee. The Speaker will announce committee selections on the first day of session, January 14. The Speaker also selects who will serve as chair and vice-chair […]