The legislature created the Arkansas Trauma System 10 years ago, with passage of Act 393 of 2009.
Senate News
Arkansas Joining Fight to Diagnose and Treat PANS
Arkansas is one of 16 states whose legislators are working to help families gain access to medical care for a debilitating disorder that can afflict children after a bout of strep throat.
Efforts to Expand Literacy Paying Dividends
Arkansas has made a strong commitment to making sure that children learn to read at an early age, and the federal government has recognized our efforts with a grant of $38 million to improve literacy.
Legislators Work to Close Achievement Gap in Public Schools
Adequately funding public schools is one of the most complex, time-consuming and important duties of the legislature.
College-going Rate Continues to Decline
The Higher Education Coordinating Board heard a disappointing report about the continuing decline in the number of Arkansas high school graduates who go on to college.
Division of Children and Family Services Reports Progress
The state's child welfare agency has improved its performance over the past three years and continues to make progress, according to its most recent annual report.
Division of Children and Family Services Reports Progress (1)
The state's child welfare agency has improved its performance over the past three years and continues to make progress, according to its most recent annual report.
Crime Lab Opens New Facility in Northwest Arkansas
Earlier this month the state Crime Lab opened a new facility in Lowell, in northwest Arkansas.
State Education Department Releases School Report Cards
The annual report cards for Arkansas public schools has been released by the state Education Department, and they show improvement over last year.
Corrections Board Explores Contract for Privately Operated Prisons
The state Board of Correction has voted to pursue an agreement with Bradley and Drew Counties in southeast Arkansas to set up a private prison.