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Legislature Votes to Clarify Meaning of Medical Emergency During Pregnancy
The legislature has approved and sent to the governor a bill that clarifies the meaning of a medical emergency when the life of a pregnant woman and her unborn children are threatened.
Legislature Approves Sweeping Changes in Higher Education
The Senate passed legislation with far-reaching changes in how state-supported colleges and universities divide state aid, and how students qualify for scholarships.
Senate Passes Additional $100 a Year Property Tax Credit
The Senate has approved a property tax cut that will save Arkansas homeowners $56 million every year. The tax reduction is in Senate Bill 263, which will take effect in 2026. It raises the homestead property tax credit by $100 to $600 a year. The credit is currently $500. About 708,000 homeowners will benefit from the lower real property taxes.
Senator Missy Irvin praised Booth’s service as director of the Game and Fish Commission
Senator Missy Irvin of Mountain View, co- chairman of the Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, praised Booth’s three-and-a-half years of service as director of the Game and Fish Commission.
Letter from Senator Blake Johnson
Letter from Senator Blake Johnson to Mr. Alonza Jiles
David Wallace - Press Release
Arkansas State Senator David Wallace (R-19th Dist.) today announced a new legal opportunity for survivors of childhood sexual abuse in Arkansas to seek civil justice and accountability against their perpetrators – a second two-year revival window beginning February 1, 2024 during which claims can be brought.
The Republican Women’s Legislative Caucus will hold a press conference at 1:00 pm in the Old Supreme Court Room
The Republican Women’s Legislative Caucus will hold a press conference at 1:00 pm in the Old Supreme Court Room
Christmas in the Capitol will be December 6
Legislators and other elected officials are gathering gifts for children in state custody, which they will present during a “Christmas in the Capitol” celebration at noon on December 6 in the Old Supreme Court Room of the State Capitol.
Republican Women's Caucus to Present Agenda at Noon Thursday in Old Supreme Courtroom
Republican Women's Caucus to Present Agenda at Noon Thursday in Old Supreme Courtroom