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On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed a number of significant bills. Lawmakers approved HB2003, the state’s Revenue Stabilization Law, which outlines the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and includes a 2.9% increase in state spending. The budget includes targeted funding increases such as $1 million more for foster care, $4.3 million for juvenile facilities, $13 […]

On Monday, the Arkansas legislature passed a range of bills affecting areas from social media regulation to tax exemptions and criminal justice reform. SB611 amends the Social Media Safety Act of 2023. It clarifies the definition of “social media” to expand protections to additional platforms, lowers the age of minor users to 16, prohibits social […]

As we approach the final days of the 2025 Regular Session, the Arkansas House of Representatives remains focused on passing legislation that will have a lasting impact on the lives of Arkansans. We anticipate adjourning on April 16, and several key bills have advanced as we wrap up our work. This week, the House passed […]

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On Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed HB1832. This bill would give the Arkansas Court of Appeals the exclusive original jurisdiction over a facial constitutional challenge in which a party seeks to have a provision of an act of the General Assembly, a provision of the Arkansas Code, or an administrative rule or regulation declared […]

On Tuesday, the Arkansas House of Representatives passed several key bills. HB1869 was approved, which aims to establish a maternal outcomes management system within the Department of Health. HB1529 passed as well, introducing a criminal offense for the unlawful creation or distribution of deepfake visual material. It states a person commits the offense if he […]

This week, the Arkansas House of Representatives passed several significant pieces of legislation focused on maternal health, breast cancer treatment, and state employee compensation. HB1004 aims to extend Medicaid coverage to postpartum mothers for one year after childbirth, while HB1826 ensures that insurance covers births at licensed birthing centers, helping to expand access to care […]

On Thursday, the Arkansas House of Representatives passed several bills addressing a range of issues. HB1786 expands eligibility for tuition benefits, allowing soldiers and airmen of the Arkansas National Guard to receive benefits at private colleges and universities. HB1847 authorizes the Arkansas Racing Commission to maintain a statewide self-exclusion list for individuals who voluntarily wish […]

The Arkansas House of Representatives had a busy Wednesday, passing a series of bills that impact everything from employee pay and consumer protections to crime penalties and vehicle modifications. Among the bills passed was SB392, which adjusts the classification and compensation of state employees to ensure their salaries align with labor market rates. HB1820 was […]

On Tuesday, the Arkansas House of Representatives passed several bills addressing a range of issues, from education and healthcare to taxation and public safety. Among the measures approved was HB1594, which aims to create a Farmer Sales Tax Identification Card. This initiative directs the secretary to provide eligible farmers with the card, helping retailers properly […]

On Monday, the House of Representatives passed several bills addressing a variety of issues. HB1296 ensures that healthcare insurers apply the same cost-sharing requirements for services provided in mobile units as they would in other settings. HB1333 mandates coverage for breastfeeding and lactation consultant services, while HB1290 requires insurers to cover mental health wellness examinations. […]

Several bills focused on workforce development, economic growth, and improving access to services, have passed in the House in recent weeks. These pieces of legislation reflect a concerted effort to enhance Arkansas’ business climate, support workers, and attract talent. SB50 has already made its way to the Governor’s desk and is now Act 145. It […]