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died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1911: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ASSESSMENT OF PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROPERTY TAX; AND TO REPEAL THE REQUIREMENT THAT PERSONAL PROPERTY SUBJECT TO TAXATION BE LISTED OR REPORTED BY THE PROPERTY OWNER.

House Bill 1911 aims to amend Arkansas's property tax assessment laws, primarily affecting property owners. The bill would repeal the current requirement for property owners to actively list or report their personal property for tax assessment purposes. It also eliminates the 50-cent penalty for delinquent property assessments and removes the oath required from individuals when preparing a property list. This shifts some of the responsibility for personal property listing from the owner to the county assessor's office.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill removes property tax reporting requirements and penalties, reducing compliance burden and providing tax relief for property owners.90% confidence
Robin Lundstrum (R) Josh Bryant (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1990: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING HIGHER EDUCATION.

House Bill 1990, as amended, proposed a study concerning baccalaureate degrees in liberal arts offered at state-supported institutions of higher education. The bill directed the Division of Higher Education to conduct this study. It aimed to gather information on the applicability of liberal arts courses, the necessity of these courses for degrees, and the use of public funds. The study would also examine the number of students taking these courses and their impact on job placement and earnings after graduation.
Mindy McAlindon (R) · 2 co-sponsors
died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1897: TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS TOWING AND RECOVERY REFORM AND EFFICIENCY ACT OF 2025; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS TOWING AND RECOVERY BOARD; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

House Bill 1897, titled the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Reform and Efficiency Act of 2025, seeks to update laws governing towing and storage companies and the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Board. As amended, the bill ensures that towing companies receive written notice and a hearing before the board can take disciplinary action against them. It modifies notice requirements for owners of removed implements, machinery, or abandoned vehicles, allowing notice through publication in a newspaper or posting on a website. The bill also clarifies that cargo owners are responsible for ensuring their retrieval entity is insured and liable for any damage during cargo retrieval, and it adjusts certain criminal penalty classifications.
Stetson Painter (R) Kim Hammer (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1664: TO AMEND "QUINCY'S LAW" CONCERNING PHYSICAL EXAMS AND OTHER TESTING IN AN INVESTIGATION INVOLVING ALLEGED ABUSE UNDER THE CHILD MALTREATMENT ACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

House Bill 1664, as amended, modifies "Quincy's Law" regarding investigations of alleged child abuse under the Child Maltreatment Act. It grants a parent, guardian, or custodian accused of abuse the right to request a second medical opinion for the child and an examination to rule out specific underlying medical conditions that might mimic abuse symptoms. Additionally, the bill provides parents, guardians, or custodians the right to receive medical records for a child who has been removed from their custody or is in the custody of the Department of Human Services. These additional examinations would be paid for by the alleged offender, insurance, or Medicaid.
Karilyn Brown (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1354: TO REGULATE PHARMACY BENEFITS MANAGERS; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE STATE AND PUBLIC SCHOOL LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING CERTAIN HEALTH BENEFIT PLANS.

House Bill 1354 aims to regulate Pharmacy Benefits Managers (PBMs) concerning health benefit plans for state government and public school employees in Arkansas. The bill prohibits state and public plan sponsors, such as municipalities and public colleges, from contracting with PBMs that utilize standardized national contracts with pharmacies for services. Instead, PBMs contracting with these public plans must adhere to Arkansas-specific rates, terms, and conditions. This measure ensures that PBM practices for public health benefit plans comply with state law, directly affecting how these entities manage prescription drug benefits.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnsures state/public plans use Arkansas-specific PBM rates, reducing costs and promoting fiscal responsibility in public health spending.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates PBMs to enforce Arkansas-specific rates for public health plans, preventing national contract abuses and protecting public coverage terms.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires Arkansas-specific PBM rates for public employee health plans, likely improving worker health benefits as part of employment standards.85% confidence
Kim Hammer (R) Robin Lundstrum (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 16, 2025

HB 1813: TO ADOPT THE FAIR AND EFFICIENT TRANSMISSION COMPACT.

The provided text is Amendment No. 2 to House Bill 1813, not the full bill itself. This bill aims to adopt the Fair and Efficient Transmission Compact. The amendment modifies specific language within the proposed compact, affecting definitions related to electricity load and long-range transmission. It also revises sections concerning the composition and reporting duties of a Council, which would prepare annual reports and provide guidance on transmission infrastructure. Furthermore, the amendment frequently changes prescriptive language (e.g., "shall") to more permissive terms (e.g., "should," "may") regarding the compact's principles and recommended policies for transmission line development and utilization. Without the original bill text, the full scope of the compact's provisions cannot be detailed.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAmendment revises transmission infrastructure governance for efficiency, aligning with grid modernization goals that facilitate renewable energy integration and utility efficiency standards.85% confidence
Zack Gramlich (R) Mark Johnson (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1033: TO CREATE THE "ARKANSAS RED FLAG LAW"; AND TO CREATE AN EXTREME RISK PROTECTION ORDER AND WARRANT.

HB 1033 proposed Arkansas' "Red Flag Law" by creating a legal process for courts to issue Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). If enacted, this would allow family members, law enforcement, or prosecutors to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed to pose an immediate risk of harming themselves or others. The bill directly affected people facing such court orders and required law enforcement to enforce the temporary firearm removal. However, the bill was withdrawn by its author on April 15, 2025, and recommended for study in the legislative interim, meaning it never became law.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeHB 1033 creates ERPOs to prevent gun violence through court-ordered firearm removal, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing harm and enhancing public safety without expanding criminalization.95% confidence
Tippi McCullough (D) · 3 co-sponsors
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1962: TO PROHIBIT A SCHOOL FROM SERVING OR SELLING ULTRA-PROCESSED FOOD ON THE SCHOOL CAMPUS DURING THE NORMAL SCHOOL DAY.

HB 1962 would ban Arkansas schools from serving or selling ultra-processed foods during regular school hours. It defines "ultra-processed food" as items containing specific additives like yellow dyes 5 and 6, red dyes 3 and 40, or titanium dioxide. The ban applies to all public schools, charter schools, and private schools in Arkansas, but does not restrict food brought by parents or guardians. Schools would need to comply with this rule for foods produced after January 1, 2028. The bill aims to promote healthier school meals by focusing on nutrient-dense options.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibits unhealthy school food to promote student health, aligning with educational well-being initiatives by improving school environment and student focus during learning hours.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBans ultra-processed foods with additives linked to health issues in schools, aligning with public health initiatives to improve student nutrition and prevent diet-related illnesses.85% confidence
Breanne Davis (R) DeAnn Vaught (R) · 2 co-sponsors
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1747: TO CREATE THE BABIES AT SCHOOL ACT; AND TO ALLOW SCHOOLS TO PERMIT EMPLOYEES WHO ARE PARENTS TO BRING THEIR INFANTS SIX MONTHS OR YOUNGER TO WORK.

HB 1747, the "Babies at School Act," would allow school employees in Arkansas to bring infants under six months old to work. It directly affects school staff who are parents or guardians of infants, defining "infant" as biological, adopted, step, or foster children under six months. Schools would need to establish policies covering workspace safety, employee performance standards, and appropriate environments for infants during school hours. The bill does not apply to children aged six months or older. Note: This bill was withdrawn by its author on April 15, 2025, and is not law.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEnables school staff to work with infants under six months, supporting teacher retention and workplace flexibility, directly aligning with educator support indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentEnables school employees to bring infants under 6 months to work, supporting work-life balance as a worker benefit.85% confidence
DeAnn Vaught (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1998: TO CREATE THE JAMES MCFERRON MENTAL HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND RESILIENCY ACT; AND TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO SERVICES AND TRAINING TO FIRST RESPONDERS.

HB 1998 creates the James McFerron Mental Health, Wellness, and Resiliency Act to improve mental health support for Arkansas first responders, including police, firefighters, EMTs, and correctional staff. The bill requires the Department of Public Safety to develop statewide training programs for peer-to-peer mental health support and provide resources on wellness, resiliency, and stress management. It mandates establishing a state-wide peer support network with certified members and ensures access to these services regardless of location. The Department must also submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislative Council detailing its implementation efforts.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDirectly improves mental health support for correctional staff (part of criminal justice system), enhancing workforce wellness and operational effectiveness within corrections.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates statewide mental health training and peer support network for first responders, directly expanding mental health services and access.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates mental health training and peer support for first responders, directly enhancing workplace wellness and safety - key Labor & Employment protections.90% confidence
Tyler Dees (R) Randy Torres (R)
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1968: TO REQUIRE THE COLLECTION OF SALES TAX AT THE POINT OF SALE FOR THE SALE OF A NEW OR USED MOTOR VEHICLE, TRAILER, OR SEMITRAILER BY A DEALER; AND TO AMEND LAW AFFIRMED BY REFERRED ACT 19 OF 1958.

HB 1968 requires auto dealers to collect sales tax at the point of sale when selling new or used motor vehicles, trailers, or semitrailers. This means customers would pay the tax during the purchase transaction instead of through a different process. The bill also amends a 1958 law related to sales tax collection for vehicle sales. It directly affects dealers (who must collect the tax) and buyers (who pay the tax at the time of purchase).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires dealers to collect sales tax at point of sale, closing collection loopholes to ensure state revenue - supports fiscal management and tax compliance.95% confidence
Mark Perry (D) Mark Johnson (R) · 4 co-sponsors
died · Arkansas · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 1445: TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON THE REGULATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS.

HB 1445 prohibits local governments in Arkansas from banning or effectively preventing short-term rentals (defined as properties rented for 30 days or less). It allows localities to require a $50 annual registration for such rentals with a 15-day review period, but bans restrictions that block property owners from operating them. Local governments may suspend operations for violations (max 30 days for repeated offenses, 12 months for serious harm), but cannot regulate rental platforms or target specific uses like retail or adult businesses. The bill classifies short-term rentals as residential for zoning purposes and was withdrawn by its author on April 15, 2025.
Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingProhibits local bans on short-term rentals, reducing housing supply for long-term tenants and weakening affordability efforts by limiting local housing regulations.85% confidence
Brit McKenzie (R) Josh Bryant (R)
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