The Senate has voted to exempt last year’s unemployment benefits from state income taxes, to help people who lost their jobs because of the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Senate News
Senate Votes to Protect People With Disabilities from Discrimination in Organ Transplant Decisions
A Senate committee advanced legislation that protects the rights of people with disabilities who need an organ transplant. Senate Bill 155 also is known as Lila’s Law, after a girl with Down syndrome who in 2018 was denied a potential heart transplant.
Senate Approves "Stand Your Ground" Bill
The Senate passed legislation known as the “Stand Your Ground” bill, which would allow someone to use deadly force to defend themselves against an aggressor.
Legislative Black Caucus Choose Officers for 2021-2022
Legislative Black Caucus Choose Officers for 2021-2022
Legislature Convenes 2021 Regular Session
The 93rd General Assembly convened with a traditional day of swearing in ceremonies for new members, followed by the governor’s speech in a joint session of the legislature. Then lawmakers immediately got down to business.
Safety Measures Make the 2021 Legislative Session Historic
When the Arkansas legislature convenes the 2021 regular session, the first major challenge on the agenda will be ensuring that the public can still safely participate in the democratic process.
Arkansas's Citizen Legislature to Convene 2021 Regular Session
When the legislature convenes in regular session at noon on Monday, January 11, the individuals in the Senate will bring a wide variety of real-world experience to the task.