Rep. Randy Torres

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Peyton Bolling of Rogers, Arkansas, as Miss America's Teen 2025. It honors her historic achievement as the first Arkansas contestant to win the national title, her academic accomplishments (4.2 GPA, AP Scholar), and her civic initiatives like "Civics in Motion." The resolution has no policy provisions - it simply expresses the Arkansas House's recognition and will present her with a copy upon adoption. As a procedural resolution, it does not affect any laws or directly impact constituents.

Maddy summaryHB 1368 amends the list of musicians honored on Arkansas Music Appreciation Day by adding specific names to the official roster. The bill directly affects the state's commemorative designation for music professionals recognized annually. It is a procedural update to the existing holiday framework, not a policy change with broader implications. The bill became law as Act 203 on February 27, 2025, after passing both chambers.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 1028) formally recognizes National FFA Week (February 15-22, 2025) in Arkansas. It acknowledges the work of the National FFA Organization and Arkansas FFA Association - highlighting their 17,503 members and role in agricultural education - without creating new laws or funding. The resolution serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment, directing the House to send a copy to both FFA organizations. It has no policy impact beyond symbolic recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 1315 (now Act 147) allows individuals to voluntarily have their blood type added to their driver's license or state ID card. The bill places responsibility on applicants to ensure the accuracy of this information when submitting it and to request corrections if needed. It does not require blood type to be added, nor does it change how the state handles medical information. The law became effective January 1, 2026, following passage by both legislative chambers in February 2025.

Maddy summarySB 142, now Act 122, bans students from possessing or using personal electronic devices (like phones) during the entire school day, directly affecting public school students. The law requires schools to update discipline policies to include specific exemptions: devices issued by the school for educational use, special events (defined by future rules), and devices needed for students with special education plans or concurrent enrollment college courses. It replaces prior rules with these clear exemptions while maintaining the overall "bell to bell" device ban. The bill passed in February 2025 and became law without additional committee action.

Maddy summaryHB 1278 requires surveyors to notify the owner and follow all visitor protocols - including biosecurity measures - before entering a commercial poultry farm for surveying purposes. It specifically applies to farms with poultry houses exceeding 5,000 square feet, directly affecting surveyors working near such facilities and poultry farm owners. The bill mandates these steps to protect farm biosecurity without creating new protocols, only requiring surveyors to comply with existing farm rules. This law, now Act 99, aims to prevent potential contamination risks during survey activities.

Maddy summaryHB 1138 (now Act 98) expands eligibility for disability-related license plates, certificates, and parking decals by allowing more medical professionals (not just physicians) to certify a person's disability. The bill removes a restriction that previously limited certification to disabilities "temporary in nature," meaning certification now applies to both permanent and temporary disabilities. This change directly affects individuals with disabilities seeking mobility accommodations through vehicle licensing or parking permits. The law streamlines the certification process by broadening who can verify eligibility for these accommodations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 1019) formally recognizes the City of Siloam Springs for receiving four community awards in 2024: the Volunteer Community of the Year and Most Innovative City awards from Engage Arkansas, the Floodplain Community of the Year award from the Arkansas Floodplain Management Association, and the Trendsetter City award from Arkansas Business. It acknowledges Siloam Springs' community initiatives like "Love Siloam" and its floodplain management efforts, as highlighted in the Arkansas Business feature. The resolution has no policy impact - it is solely a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Arkansas House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a policy bill) recognizing Lorie Tudor for her 41-year career with the Arkansas Department of Transportation. It formally acknowledges her service to the state but contains no policy changes or funding provisions. The resolution has no direct impact on citizens, laws, or government operations - it serves only as a symbolic gesture of appreciation. No voting record is relevant, as it does not advance legislation.