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died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1011: TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS DATA CENTERS ACT OF 2023 AND TO AMEND THE UNIFORM MONEY SERVICES ACT.

This bill authorizes the introduction of legislation to change how Arkansas regulates digital asset mining. It removes the current exemption that allows individuals and businesses mining cryptocurrency at home to operate without a money transmitter license. Under the proposed changes, anyone engaged in home or commercial digital asset mining would be required to obtain a license by September 1, 2026. The bill is currently a procedural resolution that died in committee and does not become law.
Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts digital asset mining by requiring licenses, limiting individual and business access to technology.85% confidence
Ron McNair (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1020: AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1020 authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Transportation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically covering salaries and operating expenses. The bill establishes specific job titles, the maximum number of employees for each role, and the corresponding annual salary limits for the department. It also designates that certain positions are exempt from the state's Uniform Classification and Compensation Act while remaining subject to other salary procedures. Once enacted, this legislation will allow the Arkansas State Highway Commission to hire and pay staff within these defined financial constraints.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes funding for the Arkansas Department of Transportation, advancing state budget and fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides funding and staffing authorization for the Arkansas Department of Transportation, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and operations.95% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1007: TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR COUNTIES USING CERTAIN STATE TAX REVENUES; AND TO CREATE THE EQUAL DISTRIBUTION COUNTY TURNBACK FUND.

This bill authorizes the introduction of a new law to create the Equal Distribution County Turnback Fund, which would provide additional money to Arkansas counties. The fund would be financed by directing the first $150 million of certain state tax revenues each year into this specific account. Once the fund reaches a balance of $150 million, the state treasurer would distribute $2 million to every county in the state. Counties receiving these funds must use 90% of the money for infrastructure projects like roads and water systems, while the remaining 10% must support fire departments, law enforcement, or community projects. The bill also includes an emergency clause to allow the law to take effect quickly, though it has not yet been enacted as it died in committee.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new fund to distribute tax revenues to counties for infrastructure, directly increasing funding for local government services.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates a fund specifically requiring 90% of distributed money to be used for infrastructure projects, directly supporting transportation development.75% confidence
James Eaton (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 20: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF MEDICAL SERVICES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 20, now Act 132, provides funding and staffing levels for the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Medical Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill authorizes a maximum of 91 regular employees and up to 10 temporary workers to support operations, including oversight of health programs, claims review, and nursing care. It appropriates approximately $12.8 million for salaries and operational expenses, while allocating over $10.4 billion specifically for grants related to hospital services, prescription drugs, and various nursing home care programs. Additionally, the act sets aside $4.5 million to cover costs associated with closing long-term care facilities and relocating residents.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates $12.8M for salaries and operations, directly funding essential public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill appropriates $12.8M for staffing and operations of medical services, directly funding and strengthening healthcare administration.95% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1016: TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS PROPERTY RIGHTS PROTECTION FROM SHARIA LAW ACT AND TO REGULATE CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY INTERESTS CONTROLLED BY CERTAIN ENTITIES.

This House resolution in Arkansas authorizes a legislator to introduce a bill that would regulate certain residential properties owned by business entities, such as corporations or limited liability companies. The proposed law would require these entities to clearly disclose that buyers are purchasing an ownership interest in the company rather than direct title to the home, and it would prohibit the entities from restricting how owners transfer their interests or charging fees for those transfers. Additionally, the bill mandates that any disputes be settled in state or federal courts and ensures that owners cannot be discriminated against based on the protections of the federal Fair Housing Act. The legislation also includes specific enforcement powers for the Attorney General and excludes properties owned by religious organizations or nonprofit groups from these new rules.
Marcus Richmond (R) · 2 co-sponsors
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1101: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - PUBLIC SCHOOL FUND - R.I.S.E. ARKANSAS - MATH CURRICULUM GRANTS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1101 proposes to allocate $9.5 million from the Public School Fund to the Arkansas Department of Education for math curriculum grants under the R.I.S.E. Arkansas program. These funds are intended for local school districts and special programs to support mathematics education during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill includes standard provisions requiring compliance with state procurement and budget laws, as well as an emergency clause to ensure funding is available starting July 1, 2026. Although the legislation was introduced to address immediate educational funding needs, it ultimately did not pass before the legislative session ended.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $9.5 million to fund math curriculum grants, directly advancing public education spending and fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $9.5M for math curriculum grants to strengthen mathematics education.95% confidence
Steve Crowell (R) Paul Childress (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1011: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - DIVISION OF CORRECTION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Department of Corrections for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It amends the budget document to add the phrase "Inmate Care and Custody" to several sections related to correctional services. Additionally, the bill maintains a restriction that prevents money from being transferred to or from the County Jail Reimbursement Fund. Once signed into law, this act will establish the financial framework for the state's correctional operations for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides funding for the Department of Corrections, directly advancing the budget topic by allocating resources for essential state services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding and adds 'Inmate Care and Custody' to correctional services, indicating support for maintaining and enhancing correctional operations.75% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1039: TO RECOGNIZE RANDALL CHRISTY FOR SAVING THE GREAT PASSION PLAY IN ARKANSAS AND TO CELEBRATE THE SIXTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE "NATIONAL WONDER IN THE NATURAL STATE" CHRIST OF THE OZARKS STATUE.

This Arkansas House resolution honors Randall Christy for raising funds to prevent the closure of the Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs and celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Christ of the Ozarks statue. The measure formally recognizes Christy's role in securing the play's future after the original foundation faced financial difficulties and acknowledges the statue as a major regional attraction. Upon passage, a copy of the resolution would be presented to Christy by the House Chief Clerk. The bill is a commemorative action with no impact on laws, budgets, or public policy.
Robin Lundstrum (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 36: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill appropriates state and federal funds to the Arkansas Department of Agriculture for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, specifically targeting food and nutrition programs. It authorizes spending for salaries, operating expenses, and grants related to child nutrition initiatives, including school food services and aid to local school districts. The legislation also adds new budget line items for various administrative and support roles within the department. Once enacted, these funds will be used to maintain and expand services for programs like the Child Nutrition Program and commodity distribution.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state and federal funds to the Department of Agriculture for food and nutrition programs, directly increasing government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates funds for school food services and provides aid to local school districts, directly supporting educational access and student nutrition programs.85% confidence
died · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HR 1010: TO AUTHORIZE THE INTRODUCTION OF A NONAPPROPRIATION BILL TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF A COMPUTER MANUFACTURED BY A COVERED FOREIGN ENTITY IN DIGITAL ASSET MINING AND PROHIBIT THE USE OF CERTAIN SOFTWARE IN DIGITAL ASSET MINING.

This bill proposes prohibiting digital asset miners in Arkansas from using computers or software developed by specific foreign entities, including those from China and Russia. The law defines these restricted entities as those on U.S. government screening lists, those domiciled in China or Russia, or any subsidiaries controlled by them. If a miner violates this rule, they face a Class A misdemeanor charge for a first offense and a Class D felony for subsequent violations. Ultimately, the bill did not become law as it died in committee before the end of the legislative session.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity by prohibiting use of foreign-manufactured computers and software in digital asset mining, aligning with national security interests.90% confidence
Ron McNair (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1100: TO AMEND THE REVENUE STABILIZATION LAW; TO CREATE FUNDS; TO MAKE TRANSFERS TO AND FROM FUNDS AND FUND ACCOUNTS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

This bill, now enacted as Act 143, updates Arkansas' Revenue Stabilization Law to establish a fixed distribution plan for state general revenues starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It requires the State Treasurer to transfer all available general revenue to various state funds and accounts each month, beginning in July 2026. The law sets specific maximum dollar amounts for over 50 different programs, including public schools, human services, corrections, and economic development, ensuring these entities receive a predetermined share of the state's income. By codifying these allocation limits, the legislation creates a stable funding framework that applies to all future fiscal years without needing new legislation to adjust the amounts.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a fixed distribution plan to ensure funding for over 50 state programs, including schools and human services.90% confidence
Lane Jean (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1017: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - PROMOTION BOARDS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Department of Agriculture's promotion boards for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It also allows the state's Chief Fiscal Officer to waive certain mandatory fund deductions for specific agricultural revenue collections and fee structures during that same period. These financial adjustments apply only to the designated fiscal year and require notification to state financial officials. The legislation does not alter the underlying laws governing these funds but modifies how fees are collected in this instance.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides funding for the Department of Agriculture and allows fiscal adjustments to support revenue collections, directly advancing budget and fiscal management.90% confidence
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