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died · Arkansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HB 1250: TO CREATE A SALES TAX HOLIDAY FOR DISASTER-PREPAREDNESS SUPPLIES TO ENCOURAGE DISASTER-PREPAREDNESS.

HB 1250 would have created an annual sales tax holiday in Arkansas for specific disaster-preparedness items, exempting them from sales tax during the first weekend of November. The bill defined four categories of exempt items: fastening supplies (like tarps and ropes), food-related supplies (such as bottled water and ice), general supplies (including batteries and generators), and safety items (like smoke detectors and first-aid kits). This exemption would have directly affected Arkansas residents purchasing these items during the designated tax-free period. The bill was introduced on January 27, 2025, but was withdrawn by the author on March 5, 2025, and did not become law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates sales tax exemption for essential disaster supplies, providing tax relief for households purchasing critical items during a designated period.95% confidence
Matt Duffield (R)
passed · Arkansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1043: TO SUPPORT THE NOMINATION OF FORMER GOVERNOR OF ARKANSAS MICHAEL DALE "MIKE" HUCKABEE AS UNITED STATES AMBASSADOR TO ISRAEL.

This is a symbolic resolution passed by the Arkansas House of Representatives expressing support for President Trump's nomination of former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee as U.S. Ambassador to Israel. It has no legal effect but urges swift confirmation to strengthen U.S.-Israel relations, citing Huckabee's experience, pro-Israel advocacy, and religious ties. The resolution was adopted unanimously and transmitted to the President and Senate for consideration.
Richard McGrew (R) · 28 co-sponsors
passed · Arkansas · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1061: TO RECOGNIZE THE MOUNTAIN HOME BOMBERS HIGH SCHOOL BOYS' INDOOR TRACK TEAM AS THE CLASS 5A STATE CHAMPIONS.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing the Mountain Home High School boys' indoor track team as the 2025 Class 5A state champions. It formally congratulates the team and their coaches for winning Arkansas' Class 5A indoor track title on February 22, 2025, highlighting specific athlete achievements and coach quotes. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply honors the team's accomplishment. A copy will be presented to head coach Noah Chagnon upon adoption.
Stetson Painter (R)
died · Arkansas · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 1520: TO REQUIRE THE SECRETARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO RESPOND TO A WRITTEN REQUEST FOR A LEGAL OPINION WITHIN A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF TIME.

HB 1520 would have required Arkansas' Department of Finance and Administration to respond to written legal opinion requests within 90 days for new opinions or 45 days for renewals (if no legal changes occurred). It directly affected the Department of Finance and Administration, setting strict deadlines for issuing or renewing legal advice as required by law. The bill aimed to streamline administrative processes but was withdrawn by its author on March 4, 2025, before becoming law. This was a procedural bill focused on internal agency timelines, not substantive policy changes.
Steve Crowell (R) Fran Cavenaugh (R)
passed · Arkansas · House Mar 4, 2025

HR 1027: TO EXPRESS SUPPORT FOR ARKANSAS'S PARTICIPATION IN THE CRISIS RECOVERY SUPPORT NETWORK COORDINATED BY THE SOUTHERN REGIONAL EDUCATION BOARD.

This House Resolution expresses the Arkansas House of Representatives' support for Arkansas's participation in the Southern Regional Education Board's Crisis Recovery Support Network. It directly affects Arkansas public schools and institutions of higher education by endorsing a coordinated effort to provide long-term mental health support after crises like natural disasters or school shootings. The resolution supports deploying trained counselors to schools in need, covering their travel and training costs through the network. It recognizes that sustained counseling is essential for student and staff recovery, especially in rural areas with limited resources. The resolution does not create new laws but formally endorses the network's role in improving crisis recovery capacity.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEndorses mental health support network for schools post-crisis, enhancing student well-being and school resources through counselor deployment.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly endorses deploying trained counselors for school mental health support after crises, directly advancing mental health services per topic description.90% confidence
Bruce Cozart (R) · 2 co-sponsors
passed · Arkansas · House Mar 4, 2025

HR 1047: TO RECOGNIZE THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF THE ARKANSAS 4-H PROGRAM ON THE YOUTH OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS AND TO PROCLAIM 4-H DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL ON MARCH 4, 2025.

This resolution honors the Arkansas 4-H program for its positive impact on youth in the state. It designates March 4, 2025, as "4-H Day" to be observed at the Arkansas State Capitol. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is a ceremonial recognition of the program's community contributions.
Cameron Cooper (R) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Arkansas · House Mar 4, 2025

HR 1054: TO WISH ELIZABETH "BETTY" KAUFMAN THINES A HAPPY 107TH BIRTHDAY AND TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR HER SERVICE TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.

This is a ceremonial House Resolution (HR 1054) honoring Elizabeth "Betty" Kaufman Thines on her 107th birthday. It recognizes her historical service to Arkansas, including her work as a Deputy County Clerk, stenographer for the Arkansas House of Representatives, and preservation of her family's Century Farm. The resolution formally wishes her a happy birthday and acknowledges her contributions, with a copy to be provided to her. As a commemorative measure, it does not create any legal obligations or policy changes.
Rick Beck (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 186: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED BY A LICENSEE OF THE CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD.

SB 186 increases the financial reporting threshold for contractors. It changes the requirement for licensees of the Contractors Licensing Board to submit financial statements from $750,000 to $1,500,000 for a single commercial project. This means contractors with projects under $1.5 million no longer need to submit these statements. The bill directly affects residential and commercial contractors whose individual projects meet or exceed the new $1.5 million threshold.
Josh Bryant (R) Richard Womack (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 150: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE STATE AND PUBLIC SCHOOL LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM; AND TO AMEND THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS DIVISION.

SB 150 amends Arkansas law to allow the Director of the Employee Benefits Division to cooperate with the U.S. government on Medicare-related matters. This change directly affects state and public school employees covered under the state's life and health insurance program by enabling streamlined coordination with federal Medicare programs. The key provision adds new authority to the Director's duties, specifically permitting collaboration on federally funded benefit programs. The bill creates no new benefits or costs but adjusts administrative processes for existing insurance coverage.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables state-federal coordination on Medicare for public school employees, improving access to healthcare benefits without restricting coverage.92% confidence
Blake Johnson (R) Les Eaves (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 75: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - ARKANSAS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND ARKANSAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

SB 75 allocates $250,000 from the state treasury specifically for the Arkansas School for the Deaf during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The funding is designated for "student needs and campus enhancements," covering direct student support and physical improvements to the school's facilities. This appropriation directly affects the Arkansas School for the Deaf, providing resources to support its students and infrastructure. The bill was enacted as Act 244 on March 4, 2025, after passing both chambers of the Arkansas legislature.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $250k from state treasury for essential public school services (student needs/campus enhancements), directly funding a public institution per appropriations.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $250,000 for student needs and campus enhancements at Arkansas School for the Deaf, directly funding educational infrastructure and student support per bill summary.95% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 230: TO REPEAL THE ARKANSAS TRUST INSTITUTIONS ACT; AND TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS TRUST INSTITUTIONS ACT OF 2025.

SB 230 repeals Arkansas' existing Trust Institutions Act and replaces it with the "Arkansas Trust Institutions Act of 2025." The bill specifically amends the commissioner's authority to deny approval for additional trust offices (as shown in the substituted text). This directly affects trust institutions seeking to expand operations and the state commissioner overseeing trust regulations. The legislation, now Act 237, updates administrative procedures without changing core trust institution requirements.
Brandon Achor (R) Justin Boyd (R)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Mar 4, 2025

SB 20: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - ARKANSAS SENTENCING COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

SB 20 allocates $475,757 in state funding for the Arkansas Sentencing Commission during the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The bill specifically covers salaries for three staff positions (a director, attorney, and quality assurance manager) and operational costs like office expenses and travel. It does not change sentencing laws or policies but ensures the Commission has resources to carry out its existing duties. The funding is restricted to the Commission’s operations under state budget and procurement rules.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $475,757 for Arkansas Sentencing Commission operations, funding staff salaries and expenses under state budget, supporting fiscal management of state agencies.95% confidence
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