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Update from the Arkansas Legislative Council

This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) took significant steps to address issues ranging from fair reimbursement practices to workforce development and support for our veterans. The ALC approved a proposed rule from the Arkansas Insurance Department requiring health benefit plans and pharmacy benefit managers to reimburse pharmacists at fair and reasonable rates. In addition, […]
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2024 Legislative Year in Review

As 2024 draws to a close, members of the Arkansas House of Representatives are proud to reflect on the significant accomplishments and progress made this year. It has been a year of meaningful legislative achievements that directly benefit the people of Arkansas. First and foremost, in 2024 we successfully lowered the top individual income tax […]
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Report Shows Decrease in Foster Care Cases

The Arkansas House Committee for Aging, Children and Youth, and Legislative and Military Affairs met this week and reviewed the annual report from the Department of Human Services’ Division of Children and Family Services. The report provided significant insights into the state’s foster care system during State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2024. At the conclusion of […]
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Shop Local This Holiday Season

As the holiday season approaches, many of us are starting to think about our shopping lists and where we want to spend our hard-earned money. Now is the perfect time to consider supporting small businesses in Arkansas. First and foremost, shopping at small businesses is a direct way to support your local community. With over […]
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House Members Select Committees

This week, members elected to serve in the 95th General Assembly gathered in the House Chamber for an Organizational Meeting. Members chose their seats and committees, and incoming freshmen drew numbers for seniority. You can find the seniority list and lists of committee memberships at arkansashouse.org. As we move forward, members have begun filing bills […]
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House Members Select Committees

This week, members elected to serve in the 95th General Assembly gathered in the House Chamber for an Organizational Meeting. Members chose their seats and committees, and incoming freshmen drew numbers for seniority. You can find the seniority list and lists of committee memberships at arkansashouse.org. As we move forward, members have begun filing bills […]
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Budget Hearings Continue

This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) approved several requests to distribute federal funding to benefit Arkansas education, health, and safety initiatives. One of the most significant approvals was a request for $72.3 million of American Rescue Plan Act Program Funding (ARPA) from the Arkansas Department of Education. In addition to increasing the number of […]
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House Organizational Meeting Scheduled for November 19

Now that the election has concluded, the members elected to serve in the 95th General Assembly will soon be gathering in the House Chamber. The House Organizational Meeting is scheduled for 9 am on Tuesday, November 19. During this meeting, members will participate in seniority drawings and select seats for the upcoming assembly before proceeding […]
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Honoring our Veterans

Arkansas is home to more than 182,000 veterans. As we approach Veteran’s Day, we’d like to thank every one of them for their selflessness and bravery. We are also grateful to the families of service members and veterans who serve this nation with their support and sacrifice. Whether they served in times of war or […]
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Veterans Day 2024

The State Capitol Offices and all State Buildings will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, to observe Veterans Day. Official Holiday Bulletin Official Holiday Bulletin (Grayscale)
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month continues during October, it is important to reflect on the progress that has been made in the fight against breast cancer in Arkansas. The Breast Cancer Act of 1997 was a crucial step in providing women with access to life-saving screenings through the BreastCare program. Since then, over 141,850 women […]
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Early Voting to Begin October 21

It is almost time to make your voice heard in the upcoming General Election. Early voting starts next week on Oct. 21, 2024. Election Day is November 5. This is your chance to vote for local, state, and federal offices, as well as participate in annual school board elections for districts that vote in the […]