The legislature advanced a major highway program and tougher new ethics laws.
Senate News
Tax Cut, Teacher Pay Bills Become Law
The legislature approved and the governor signed two of the high-profile bills of this year's session.
Governor Outlines His Proposed Highway Program
The governor, legislators and private business groups joined to propose a highway program that would add $300 million a year in revenue for the state Transportation Department.
Legislature Advances Series of Tax Cut Measures
The legislature advanced a series of tax cuts, including the signature bill of this year's session, to lower personal income taxes by about $97 million a year.
Senators File Legislation to Lower Income Taxes
The governor and legislators presented the details of the signature issue of this year's session, a reduction in personal income taxes.
Legislature Approves Bills Affecting Municipal Government
The 92nd General Assembly got off to a quick start. Among the measures voted on during the opening days of the 2019 legislative were bills of interest to Arkansas cities.
Legislative Session Gets Off to a Quick Start
The 92nd General Assembly began with the traditional combination of ceremonial activities and then immediately getting down to business.
Legislators Will Tackle Big Issues in 2019 Session
The regular session of 2019 will be remembered for the number of far-reaching and significant issues that legislators resolved.
Legislators Have Begun Pre-Filing Bills
Legislators have begun pre-filing bills in anticipation of the regular session that begins January 14. So far, 93 House bills and 40 Senate bills have been introduced.