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signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SCR 6: TO RECOGNIZE THE NORTH LITTLE ROCK HIGH SCHOOL CHARGING WILDCATS VARSITY CHEER TEAM FOR WINNING THE CLASS 6A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

This concurrent resolution formally recognizes the North Little Rock High School Charging Wildcats Varsity Cheer Team for winning the Class 6A all-girl state championship on December 20, 2024. It specifically highlights the team’s achievements, including their state title, prior competition placements, All-State honors for two members, and their eighth-place finish at the National High School Cheerleading Championships. The resolution was adopted by both legislative chambers and presented to their coach, Missy Sela, as approved by the governor on April 10, 2025. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment with no binding policy impact.
Carlton Wing (R) Jamie Scott (D) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HCR 1009: TO COMPLY WITH ARKANSAS ACTS 2023, NO. 259; TO REQUEST FEDERAL FUNDING FOR THE NEXT STUDY PHASE; AND TO PETITION THE ARKANSAS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO INTRODUCE FEDERAL LEGISLATION TO RECTIFY CERTAIN ENERGY ISSUES.

House Concurrent Resolution 1009 is a request to the Arkansas congressional delegation to introduce federal legislation addressing the Nuclear Waste Fund. It seeks a federal report on the fund's accounting practices and $10 million in funding for a state study on recycling spent nuclear fuel, aligning with Arkansas' existing nuclear recycling program established by Act 2023, No. 259. This resolution does not create new law but aims to advance Arkansas' study of nuclear fuel recycling and resolve federal budgeting issues affecting nuclear waste disposal.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergySeeks $10M for nuclear fuel recycling study, advancing Arkansas' nuclear energy infrastructure program established by Act 2023 No. 259.85% confidence
Clint Penzo (R) Jack Ladyman (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 10, 2025

SB 324: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE MEMBERSHIP OF A COUNTY PLANNING BOARD.

SB 324 amends county planning board membership rules to add Representative Brooks as a voting member. This change directly affects county planning boards across the state, requiring them to include this specific representative on their boards. The bill passed on April 3, 2025, and became Act 519 on April 10, 2025, making the membership addition official. As a procedural amendment, it modifies board composition without changing planning policies or regulations.
Mark Johnson (R) Keith Brooks (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1498: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MILITARY-TYPE CANTEENS AND EXCHANGES.

HB 1498 amends the law governing military-type canteens and exchanges to restrict their merchandise offerings. The bill specifically prohibits these establishments from selling automobiles, household appliances, furniture, building products, motorcycles, or bicycles. This change directly affects military canteens and exchanges operating under the current law, limiting their product range. The bill was enacted as Act 507 on April 10, 2025.
Stetson Painter (R) Steve Crowell (R) · 1 co-sponsor
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1341: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING BENEFITS UNDER THE ARKANSAS LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM; AND TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "PAY" UNDER THE ARKANSAS LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM.

HB 1341 is a technical amendment to Arkansas' Local Police and Fire Retirement System law, making two minor wording corrections. It changes the phrase "SYSTEM" to "SYSTEM" (redundant but consistent) and "payments" to "pay" in a specific section defining "pay" for retirement calculations. This bill does not alter benefit amounts, eligibility, or retirement rules - it only clarifies existing legal language. It directly affects the administrative processing of retirement benefits under the system but has no impact on current or future beneficiaries. As a procedural correction, it was passed quickly and became Act 522 on April 10, 2025.
Les Warren (R) Jim Dotson (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1127: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - ARKANSAS STATE LIBRARY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1127 is an appropriations bill that allocates $13.4 million for the Arkansas State Library and public libraries during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It specifies funding for 43 permanent staff positions with defined salary grades, 7 temporary staff for state operations, and $6.5 million in aid to public libraries. The bill details exact budget lines including $1.68 million for regular salaries, $1.13 million for operating expenses, and $20,000 for grants administration. This funding directly supports the Arkansas State Library's operations and provides financial assistance to local public libraries across the state. As an enacted bill (Act 543), it establishes the budget framework for these services without creating new policy.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $13.4M for Arkansas State Library/public libraries, directly funding essential public services through appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $13.4M for Arkansas State Library/public libraries including $6.5M aid, directly enhancing educational access and resources per bill's funding specifics.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1274: TO ALLOW A TITLE INSURANCE AGENT, TITLE INSURER, OR TITLE COMPANY TO PAY REAL PROPERTY TAXES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF A TITLE.

HB 1274 allows title insurance agents, insurers, or title companies to pay real property taxes on behalf of property sellers during a property transfer, directly affecting these title professionals and county tax collectors. The bill requires county collectors to accept payment of real estate taxes at closing if the title company covers any delinquent personal property taxes, and mandates they respond within three business days to written requests for tax information. It amends Arkansas tax collection laws to streamline this process during real estate transactions. The bill passed in 2025 and became Act 521.
Les Warren (R) Clint Penzo (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1741: TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS AGRICULTURAL LIMING MATERIALS ACT.

HB 1741 amends Arkansas's Agricultural Liming Materials Act to update requirements for producers of soil conditioners (liming materials). It requires manufacturers and importers to register each product ($15 fee), submit quarterly tonnage reports (30¢ per ton), and pay penalties of double the deficiency value for products falling short by 5% or more. The bill directs 20¢ of each tonnage fee to the State Plant Board Fund and 10¢ to the University of Arkansas's soil testing and research fund. This law, now Act 526, directly affects agricultural producers, distributors, and the University of Arkansas's soil science programs.
Jeremy Wooldridge (R) Dave Wallace (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1303: TO CREATE THE SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL INCENTIVE ACT; AND TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT RELATED TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL.

HB 1303 (now Act 546) creates a state income tax credit for businesses producing sustainable aviation fuel in Arkansas. The credit allows eligible producers to reduce their state income tax liability by up to the full amount of tax they owe in a given year. It directly affects aviation fuel producers who meet the bill's sustainability criteria, providing financial incentive to develop and use cleaner fuel alternatives. The law, enacted April 10, 2025, establishes this credit as part of Arkansas' efforts to support sustainable energy infrastructure.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates income tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel producers, providing direct tax relief under state fiscal policy to incentivize clean energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel producers, promoting renewable energy development and reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's financial incentive structure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel producers, incentivizing cleaner fuel alternatives and reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates income tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel producers, directly promoting cleaner transportation fuel alternatives in aviation, a core transportation sector.95% confidence
Matt Stone (R) Lane Jean (R) · 62 co-sponsors
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1389: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SERVICES - JONESBORO HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CENTER APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1389 allocates funding for the Jonesboro Human Development Center, a facility under the Department of Human Services' Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill specifically provides state budget resources to support operations at this center, which serves individuals with developmental disabilities. As a funding appropriation bill (not a policy change), it directly affects the center's budget and service capacity during the specified fiscal period. The bill was enacted as Act 547 on April 10, 2025.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state budget resources to fund operations at Jonesboro Human Development Center, supporting essential public services under developmental disabilities care.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates state funding to Jonesboro Human Development Center, a facility providing developmental disability services under healthcare-focused human services division.95% confidence
Jack Ladyman (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1757: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RAILROADS; AND TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF TAMPERING WITH RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE.

HB 1757, now Act 528, creates a new criminal offense for tampering with railroad infrastructure without lawful authority or permission. It directly affects individuals or entities who interfere with tracks, signals, or equipment on rail lines. The key provision adds specific penalties for damaging or obstructing rail infrastructure, strengthening protections for railroad operations. This law amends existing railroad regulations to explicitly address unauthorized tampering as a punishable violation. The bill passed both chambers in April 2025 and is now effective state law.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new criminal offense for rail infrastructure tampering, expanding criminalization without reform focus or protections for defendants.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill criminalizes tampering with rail infrastructure, strengthening protections for transportation safety and operations per Act 528.95% confidence
Joey Carr (R) Josh Bryant (R)
signed · Arkansas · House Apr 10, 2025

HB 1091: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1091 is a technical budget amendment adjusting specific line items for the Department of Health's 2025-2026 fiscal year appropriation. It reduces the number of "Senior Auditor" positions from two to one (changing line A060C from "2" to "1") and decreases a budgeted amount from $2,221 to $2,218. This bill directly affects the Department of Health's budget planning by modifying these precise staffing and funding figures. As a procedural budget adjustment, it does not create new policy but ensures accurate allocation of existing funds. The amendment passed and became law as Act 538 on April 10, 2025.
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