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Back-to-school shopping is expected to reach record levels this year, with families of students in elementary through high school planning to spend an average of $864. Nationwide, total back-to-school spending is projected to reach $43.3 billion, making it one of the largest annual shopping seasons for American families. Fortunately, Arkansas families have an opportunity to […]

Whether they’re hiking our trails, floating our rivers, exploring historic downtowns, or dining at local restaurants, visitors are making a big impact on Arkansas. New figures released by the Governor this week show tourism reached another record-breaking year in 2025. According to a new report prepared by Tourism Economics, Arkansas welcomed a record 54.3 million […]

This month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, landmark legislation signed into law on July 26, 1990. For more than three decades, the ADA has helped remove barriers and expand opportunities for Americans with disabilities. Its anniversary is also an opportunity to consider how we can continue improving accessibility, independence, and participation […]

There is something special about the Fourth of July in Arkansas. It’s neighbors gathering for backyard cookouts, veterans leading hometown parades, kids chasing sparklers, and families proudly flying the American flag. These traditions remind us that Independence Day is about more than celebrating our nation’s birthday. It’s about celebrating the freedoms we share as Americans. […]

There is something special about the Fourth of July in Arkansas. It’s neighbors gathering for backyard cookouts, veterans leading hometown parades, kids chasing sparklers, and families proudly flying the American flag. These traditions remind us that Independence Day is about more than celebrating our nation’s birthday. It’s about celebrating the freedoms we share as Americans. […]

When a crime is committed, every minute matters. Families deserve answers, victims deserve justice, and law enforcement officers need timely, reliable evidence to identify those responsible. That is why the work of the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory is so important—and why the General Assembly has made significant investments to strengthen its capabilities. Members of the […]

When a crime is committed, every minute matters. Families deserve answers, victims deserve justice, and law enforcement officers need timely, reliable evidence to identify those responsible. That is why the work of the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory is so important—and why the General Assembly has made significant investments to strengthen its capabilities. Members of the […]

The Arkansas Legislative Council met this week to review a wide range of issues affecting education, state finances, energy policy, healthcare, and government operations. Members began by reviewing the state’s latest revenue report. Gross General Revenue collections for the fiscal year-to-date totaled approximately $7.76 billion, an increase of $323.6 million, or 4.4%, compared to the […]

According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in five women in the United States experienced rape or attempted rape during their lifetime.And nearly a quarter of men in the U.S. experienced some form of contact sexual violence in their lifetime.April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This campaign aims to increase awareness about the […]

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 […]

Christmas is a special time at the Capitol.  The halls are decorated with trees and garland.  School choirs from across the state come to carol in the rotunda. And we host a party every year that creates lasting memories for our state’s most vulnerable.  At that party, many of us in the Capitol bring gifts […]