Legislative Update on SNAP Benefits and Childcare Assistance
Legislative Update on SNAP Benefits and Childcare Assistance

As the federal government shutdown continues, the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is working to manage its far-reaching effects on program...

Reserve Funds Directed to Foodbanks
Reserve Funds Directed to Foodbanks

As Arkansas families feel the effects of the ongoing federal government shutdown, state leaders are stepping in to make sure no one goes hungry. This...

Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and recommit to improving access to lifesaving care. In...

Speaker Evans Joins Regional Leaders in Supporting Forestry Industry Relief Efforts
Speaker Evans Joins Regional Leaders in Supporting Forestry Industry Relief Efforts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 20, 2025  Speaker Evans Joins Regional Leaders in Supporting Forestry Industry Relief EffortsArkansas House Spe...

ALC Adopts Resolution Urging Federal Leaders to Support Farmers
ALC Adopts Resolution Urging Federal Leaders to Support Farmers

The Arkansas Legislative Council this week adopted a resolution urging federal leaders to take swift action to support Arkansas farmers amid mounting...

Recruiting and Retaining Arkansas Teachers
Recruiting and Retaining Arkansas Teachers

The House and Senate Education Committees met this week to review the Arkansas Department of Education’s (ADE) comprehensive plan to strengthen the st...

Legislative Update
Legislative Update

Arkansas lawmakers held a series of committee meetings this week, covering issues ranging from childcare to criminal justice, energy development, and...

Legislative Week in Review
Legislative Week in Review

Lawmakers in Little Rock tackled a wide range of issues this week, from public safety investments to energy policy and the economic strain facing Arka...

2025 Alzheimer's Report Released
2025 Alzheimer's Report Released

On Monday, the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Advisory Council met to release its 2025 findings, fulfilling the requirements set forth by Act 391 of...

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Advisory Council Issues 2025 Report
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Advisory Council Issues 2025 Report

On Monday, the Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Advisory Council met at the Capitol to continue its important work under Act 391 of 2021.The council i...