Rep. Shad Pearce

Co-sponsor HB 1437

Signed into law · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO PROHIBIT A PERSON REQUIRED TO REGISTER AS A SEX OFFENDER FROM ENTERING A WATER PARK, SWIMMING AREA, OR CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUND OF A PUBLIC PARK.

Maddy summaryHB 1437 prohibits Level 3 or Level 4 sex offenders from entering water parks, swimming areas, or children's playgrounds within 100 feet of Arkansas State Parks or public parks. It directly affects individuals required to register under Arkansas' Sex Offender Registration Act who have been assessed as Level 3 or 4 offenders. The bill expands prior restrictions by adding swimming areas and playgrounds to the prohibited zones, with violations classified as Class D felonies. This law amends Arkansas Code § 5-14-134 to cover all public parks and state parks, not just local government-owned facilities.

Signed into law Feb 25, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1204

Signed into law · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO ESTABLISH RECOVERY OF DAMAGES FOR NECESSARY MEDICAL CARE, TREATMENT, OR SERVICES RENDERED.

Maddy summaryHB 1204 (now Act 28) amends Arkansas law to clarify that plaintiffs in medical negligence cases can only recover the actual costs they paid for necessary medical care, treatment, or services - or costs legally owed by them or a third party. It directly affects individuals filing medical malpractice claims and healthcare providers by limiting recoverable damages to amounts actually paid or legally responsible. The key provision changes the standard for medical cost recovery from billed rates to verified payments, preventing recovery of unpaid or inflated charges. This law, enacted on February 11, 2025, provides a clearer financial framework for medical negligence claims in Arkansas.

HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts medical negligence damages to actual costs paid, limiting patient recoveries in malpractice cases and weakening financial protections for healthcare claimants.95% confidence

Signed into law Feb 11, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HR 1004

Passed · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO RECOGNIZE LORIE TUDOR FOR HER 41-YEAR CAREER WITH THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.

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.

Passed Jan 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1243

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO AMEND RETIREMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS UNDER VARIOUS PUBLIC RETIREMENT SYSTEMS OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS FOR CERTAIN POLICE OFFICERS, FIREFIGHTERS, PUBLIC SAFETY MEMBERS, AND SHERIFFS.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 503

died · Arkansas Senate · Lead sponsor

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE OBSTRUCTION OF TRAFFIC AT AN INTERSECTION BY A MOTOR VEHICLE.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 528

died · Arkansas Senate · Lead sponsor

TO PROHIBIT A LOAN OR FINANCING AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE OF A DOG OR CAT; TO CLARIFY THE REGULATION OF THE SALE OF A DOG OR CAT; AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR PROVIDING A LOAN OR FINANCING AGREEMENT FOR THE SALE OF A DOG OR CAT.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 133

died · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO INCREASE THE SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR USED MOTOR VEHICLES; AND TO REPEAL THE SPECIAL RATE OF TAX FOR CERTAIN USED MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, AND SEMITRAILERS.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 525

died · Arkansas Senate · Lead sponsor

CONCERNING VENOUS BLOOD DRAWS IN CONNECTION WITH A CRIMINAL OFFENSE; TO ESTABLISH REQUIREMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR WHO CAN PERFORM VENOUS BLOOD DRAWS; AND TO CLARIFY CIRCUMSTANCES FOR A SECOND TEST UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 1241

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO CREATE A REFUNDABLE TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1808

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING HUNTING AND FISHING REGULATIONS; AND TO MAKE VARIOUS VIOLATIONS OF WILDLIFE REGULATIONS CRIMINAL AND PUNISHABLE AS FELONIES.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track