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In Arkansas, there are on average 71 billion gallons of water flowing in rivers, 4.8 trillion gallons in lakes and 200 trillion gallons in the ground.Our state is abundant with water resources and much of our economy depends on it. It is estimated Arkansans use 157 gallons of water every day.August is National Water Quality […]

In 2018, there were 161 Amber Alerts issued nationwide.  5 of those originated here in Arkansas. Those first minutes and hours after a child has been reported missing are crucial for law enforcement.  That is why this General Assembly took an extraordinary and first of its kind step to help ensure law enforcement has all […]

Most students in Arkansas public schools head back to the classroom the second week of August. From recess to reading, there are several pieces of legislation passed in the most recent session which will impact the upcoming school year.Below are some, but not all, of the acts taking effect this year.Act 641 ensures that elementary […]

Arkansas is approaching the centennial of a historic vote in the House chamber.  On July 28, 1919, then Governor Charles Brough called a special session for the purpose of ratifying the Nineteenth Amendment.The House Journal records a letter Brough sent to our chamber 100 years ago.In it he states, “Eleven states have already ratified and, […]

The number of Arkansas children in foster care has fallen by more than 700 since reaching an all-time high in 2016.  That information was part of an annual report presented a legislative committee this week. On Tuesday, the Department of Human Services Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) presented its annual Family Preservation Report […]

Arkansas had one of the most productive, if not most productive, legislative sessions in the country with regard to addressing occupational regulations. Occupational regulations are licensures, certifications, or registrations required for workers in certain occupations. A few examples of licensed occupations include real estate agents, cosmetologists, and veterinarians.The success during the legislative session is partly […]

The State Capitol Offices and all State Buildings will be Closed on Thursday, July 4, 2019 to observe: Independence DayA legal holiday by authority of Act 304 of 2001 and amended by Act 561 of 2017.

Doctors at Arkansas Children’s Hospital see the most burn cases every year between Memorial Day and Labor Day.  And nationwide, more than 10,000 people are burned every year by fireworks. Over the years, the legislature has passed several laws regarding the use and sale of fireworks. For as long as Americans can remember, we have […]

From guided hikes to kayak outings, there are over 50,000 family-friendly programs available at our Arkansas State Parks.  If you are still looking for a summer getaway, consider the options in our own backyard.In 1996, Arkansas voters pass a constitutionally dedicated conservation sales tax benefitting Arkansas State Parks and three sister conservation agencies.  We now […]