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All 8,915 Active 18 In committee 7,296 Passed 567 Signed 5,255 Failed 2,679
signed · Arkansas · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 1: TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX RATES FOR INDIVIDUALS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND CORPORATIONS.

This bill reduces income tax rates for individuals, trusts, estates, and corporations in Arkansas, with changes taking effect starting in 2026. For individuals, it lowers the top tax bracket to 3.7% on income up to $94,700 and introduces a sliding scale of tax credits for those earning between $94,701 and $97,600. Corporations and foreign businesses operating in the state will see their tax rates adjusted to a tiered structure ranging from 1% to 4.1% on net income beginning in 2027. The law also includes provisions to automatically adjust these tax brackets each year based on inflation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly reduces income tax rates for individuals and corporations, providing tax relief and advancing the topic of taxation.95% confidence
Jonathan Dismang (R) Les Eaves (R) · 28 co-sponsors
passed both · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1022: AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS DEVELOPMENT FINANCE AUTHORITY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill provides funding for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and adds new sections to state law regarding its staffing. It establishes specific job titles, salary grades, and employee counts for various roles within the authority, including the director, accountants, attorneys, and program specialists. Additionally, the legislation allows the authority's director to adjust salaries at their discretion, implement merit-based pay increases, and exceed standard salary limits by up to 20% for one-third of positions to attract qualified staff. The bill also creates a pool of twenty flexible positions that can be activated when the authority determines a need for growth, with annual reporting required to justify such expansions.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides funding for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority and establishes staffing levels, directly advancing state budget appropriations.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 5: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - ARKANSAS TOBACCO SETTLEMENT COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Tobacco Settlement Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to support its operations and grant-making activities. The legislation allocates approximately $357,456 to cover employee salaries, administrative expenses, professional fees, and potential grants derived from the Tobacco Settlement Program Fund. It establishes a specific limit of one administrative analyst position and includes provisions that prevent the use of state funds to replace tobacco settlement money if those funds are insufficient. Additionally, the act restricts the transfer of these appropriated funds and requires that employees be informed that their positions are not guaranteed if the settlement money runs out.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $357,456 to fund the Arkansas Tobacco Settlement Commission, directly advancing state budget appropriations for a public health program.90% confidence
passed both · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1053: AN ACT FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1053 authorizes funding for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by establishing specific salary limits and maximum employee counts for various administrative and operational positions. The bill directly affects university leadership, faculty, and staff by defining roles such as deans, chancellors, and IT personnel, along with their corresponding annual salary caps. This legislation ensures the university has the necessary budget to maintain its workforce and operations without altering existing job duties or creating new positions beyond the listed limits.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes funding for the university by establishing salary limits and employee counts, directly advancing the budget topic.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides specific funding for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, establishing salary limits and employee counts to ensure operational capacity.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 39: AN ACT FOR THE ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

Senate Bill 39 provides funding for the Arkansas State University system for the 2026-2027 fiscal year by establishing specific salary limits and employee positions. The bill directly affects the university system, including its main campus and the Jonesboro campus, by setting maximum numbers and annual pay rates for various administrative, academic, and technical roles. Key provisions include salary caps for top leadership positions, such as the President at $449,802, and detailed wage scales for hundreds of staff members ranging from senior executives to support technicians. Once signed into law, this act authorizes the university to hire and pay employees within these defined parameters for the upcoming year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides specific funding and salary limits for Arkansas State University, directly advancing the state budget for public education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides specific funding and salary limits for Arkansas State University, directly supporting higher education infrastructure and staff.90% confidence
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 13: AN ACT FOR THE JUDICIAL DISCIPLINE AND DISABILITY COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding for the Arkansas Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It allocates $804,239 to cover salaries for six specific staff positions, including a director, legal and investigative personnel, as well as operating expenses like travel and professional fees. The legislation ensures the agency can continue its work of overseeing judicial conduct and addressing disability issues among judges without interruption. Once signed into law, the funds must be spent in accordance with state procurement and budgeting rules.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $804,239 to fund the Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission, directly advancing the budget topic by ensuring essential government services continue.95% confidence
passed both · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 3: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SHARED ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill amends the Arkansas Procurement Law to clarify rules for cooperative purchasing agreements involving public school construction projects. It defines "public school local government construction services" as repairs or improvements to public buildings that cost up to one million dollars per fiscal year. The changes require specific reporting details for these contracts and allow units to request waivers if they need to exceed the one million dollar limit. Ultimately, the legislation updates state code to streamline how municipalities and school districts share resources for smaller construction projects.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill clarifies procurement rules for public school construction, enabling efficient funding of essential educational infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill clarifies procurement rules for public school construction, facilitating infrastructure improvements and repairs.75% confidence
died · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 77: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION DIVISION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

SB 77 was a proposed amendment to provide funding for the Educational Television Division within the Arkansas Department of Education for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill sought to delete an existing section and renumber subsequent sections to adjust the appropriation details. However, the measure failed to pass during its final reading on April 29, 2026, and did not become law.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill proposes funding for the Educational Television Division, directly advancing state budget allocation for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes funding for the Educational Television Division, which supports educational programs and infrastructure, though it ultimately failed to pass.85% confidence
Clarke Tucker (D)
signed · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 56: AN ACT FOR THE AUDITOR OF STATE - CONTINUING EDUCATION OF LOCAL OFFICIALS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill authorizes funding for continuing education and certification programs for several Arkansas local officials, including county clerks, circuit clerks, county treasurers, county collectors, and county coroners. It allocates specific amounts from existing funds to the Auditor of State and other relevant boards to maintain these programs for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The legislation also includes standard provisions ensuring compliance with state budget laws and declares an emergency to allow the funds to take effect immediately on July 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funding for continuing education of local officials, strengthening fiscal management and government accountability.90% confidence
passed both · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1023: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - SECRETARY'S OFFICE APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

HB 1023 allocates funding for the Secretary's Office within the Department of Human Services for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The bill specifically adjusts budget figures by increasing the total appropriation from $69,791,283 to $69,893,961, along with corresponding changes to other line items. This financial adjustment directly impacts the department's administrative operations by providing additional resources for the fiscal year. The legislation follows a standard budgetary process and was transmitted to the Governor for final approval.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates additional funding ($102,678 increase) to the Department of Human Services Secretary's Office, strengthening administrative operations.95% confidence
passed both · Arkansas · Senate Apr 29, 2026

SB 15: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, HERITAGE, AND TOURISM - STATE PARKS AND TOURISM DIVISIONS APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill primarily provides funding for the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism for the 2026-2027 fiscal year while simultaneously restructuring the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission. It abolishes the existing Commission and transfers its administrative duties, staff, and assets to a new Office of Keep Arkansas Beautiful, ensuring that employees retain their retirement benefits and existing rules remain in effect. The legislation also updates state laws to direct litter control fines to the new office and grants fee exemptions for waste collected during official cleanup campaigns. Additionally, it creates a nine-member advisory board to provide guidance to the new office, with members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds for state parks and tourism for 2026-2027, directly increasing funding for public services under the budget.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill appropriates funds for state parks and restructures a beautification commission, indicating continued support for conservation and litter control efforts.85% confidence
passed both · Arkansas · House Apr 29, 2026

HB 1036: AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

This bill amends Arkansas laws to clarify and expand protections for parents who voluntarily leave newborns with medical providers, law enforcement, emergency services, or fire departments. It establishes that these entities must accept children 30 days old or younger without a court order and protects the parents' identities from being released to the public. The legislation also provides legal immunity for these organizations and their staff, ensuring they cannot be held criminally or civilly liable for accepting a child in good faith. Additionally, it defines emergency medical services providers as those licensed to provide emergency care and staffed 24 hours a day.
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