Arkansas Bills

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1438: TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR TAXPAYERS SIXTY-FIVE AND OLDER IN AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE TAXPAYER'S PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT ON A HOMESTEAD.

House Bill 1438 proposes to create a new income tax credit for taxpayers in Arkansas who are 65 years of age or older. This credit would be equal to the amount of real property tax paid by the taxpayer on their primary residence, known as a homestead, during the tax year. The bill specifies that the credit would not include payments for delinquent property tax or associated penalties. If the credit amount exceeds the taxpayer's income tax liability, the remaining balance would be refunded. This measure would apply to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1530: TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "SPECIALTY HOSPITAL" RELATING TO THE ASSESSMENT FEE ON HOSPITALS UNDER THE ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROGRAM.

Based on the provided information, HB 1530 aimed to change the definition of "specialty hospital" in the context of the assessment fees paid by hospitals under the Arkansas Medicaid program. The specific details of how the definition would be amended, or the direct impact of this change on hospitals and the Medicaid program, are not available in this text. The bill died in the House Committee.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HR 1104: TO HONOR LARRY WALTHER FOR HIS EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS AND TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

This House Resolution honors Larry Walther for his exceptional service to the State of Arkansas and the United States of America. It formally recognizes his career in public service, including roles with the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, U.S. Trade and Development Agency, Export-Import Bank, and as Chief Fiscal Officer and Treasurer of State for Arkansas.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1650: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - DIVISION OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ADULT DIPLOMA PROGRAM APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR.

House Bill 1650 was an appropriation bill that would have provided $1,000,000 to the Arkansas Department of Education. These funds were specifically designated for the Adult Diploma Program within the Division of Career and Technical Education for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill aimed to support the program's expenses, directly affecting adults seeking to earn a high school diploma through this initiative. Disbursement of these funds would have been subject to existing state fiscal control laws and procedures.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1675: TO AMEND THE INSPECTION FEES UNDER THE ARKANSAS GRADE "A" MILK PROGRAM ACT OF 1981.

HB 1675 aims to amend the inspection fees established under the Arkansas Grade "A" Milk Program Act of 1981. This bill directly affects milk producers, processors, and other entities in Arkansas that are subject to these inspections and their associated costs. The key mechanism involves modifying the existing fee structure for inspections conducted as part of the state's Grade "A" milk program. The provided text is an amendment form that adds a sponsor, Representative Gonzales, but does not detail the specific changes to the fees themselves.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1043: TO REQUIRE DISCLOSURE AND REPORTING OF NONCANDIDATE EXPENDITURES PERTAINING TO APPELLATE JUDICIAL ELECTIONS; AND TO ADOPT NEW LAWS CONCERNING APPELLATE JUDICIAL CAMPAIGNS.

House Bill 1043 aims to establish new requirements for campaign finance in appellate judicial elections. Specifically, it seeks to mandate the disclosure and reporting of expenditures made by groups or individuals not directly associated with a candidate's campaign (non-candidate expenditures). Additionally, the bill proposes to implement new laws governing these appellate judicial campaigns. The full details of these new laws and reporting mechanisms are not provided in the given text, but the intent is to increase transparency around spending in these elections.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1340: TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ADMINISTRATION OF THE ARKANSAS JUDICIAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM.

HB 1340 was a bill intended to amend the laws governing the administration of the Arkansas Judicial Retirement System. The bill's stated purpose was solely to modify these administrative laws, directly affecting the system's operations and its members. However, the provided text does not specify the particular changes or mechanisms it proposed to implement within the retirement system's administration.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1029: TO SET THE REIMBURSEMENT RATE IN THE ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROGRAM FOR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND SERVICES RELATED TO ADDICTION.

House Bill 1029 aimed to establish specific reimbursement rates within the Arkansas Medicaid program for services related to mental health and addiction. This bill would have directly affected healthcare providers offering these services and individuals receiving them through Medicaid.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1519: TO ALLOW THE SECRETARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HIRING AND CONTRACTING OF EMPLOYEES FOR THE STATE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, STATE BANK DEPARTMENT, AND STATE SECURITIES DEPARTMENT.

House Bill 1519 aimed to allow the Secretary of the Department of Commerce to participate in the hiring and contracting of employees. This authority would extend to the State Insurance Department, State Bank Department, and State Securities Department. The bill's intent was to establish "shared services" to streamline administrative functions like human resources and procurement across these entities. The goal was to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and foster collaboration by pooling resources.

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1908: TO CREATE THE PROOF OF RESIDENCY FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE ACT; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING PUBLIC ASSISTANCE; AND TO REQUIRE PROOF OF RESIDENCY FOR ADULT APPLICANTS.

House Bill 1908, titled the "Proof of Residency for Public Assistance Act," aimed to amend Arkansas law regarding public assistance. The bill proposed requiring adult applicants for public assistance to provide proof that they reside in the state. State agencies or political subdivisions administering public assistance would be tasked with verifying an applicant's residency. Acceptable forms of proof could include a utility bill, bank statement, Arkansas driver's license, or state-issued identification card, generally dated within six months of the application.

Topics ✗ Immigration

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1750: TO REPEAL THE ARKANSAS CORPORATE FRANCHISE TAX ACT OF 1979; AND TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES.

House Bill 1750 proposes to eliminate the Arkansas Corporate Franchise Tax Act of 1979. This bill directly affects corporations operating in Arkansas by repealing the state's corporate franchise tax. If enacted, this would remove the requirement for these businesses to pay this specific tax. The bill also includes provisions for making conforming changes to other state laws to align with this repeal.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

died · Arkansas · House May 5, 2025

HB 1770: TO ESTABLISH THE PREGNANCY PARKING ACT; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PARKING FOR A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY; AND TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A TEMPORARY SPECIAL CERTIFICATE TO PREGNANT WOMEN.

HB 1770, known as the "Pregnancy Parking Act," would have allowed pregnant women in Arkansas to obtain a temporary special parking certificate. This certificate would grant access to parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities. To qualify, a woman would need a licensed physician's confirmation of pregnancy and would apply through the Office of Motor Vehicle. The certificate would be valid for one year following the date the woman gives birth, and the special parking privilege would only apply when the permit holder is present in the vehicle.

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