Rep. Aaron Pilkington

Maddy summaryHB 1001 reduces income tax rates for Arkansas residents, including individuals, trusts, estates, and both domestic and foreign corporations. For individuals, the bill establishes a progressive tax structure with rates ranging from 0% to 3.7% for income up to $94,700, while providing a specific tax credit for income between $94,701 and $97,600. Corporations see their tax brackets adjusted starting in 2027, with rates increasing from 1% to 4.1% on net income exceeding $11,000. The legislation also includes provisions for annual adjustments to the individual tax tables to account for inflation or other economic factors.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes Coach Dave Wilbers for his achievements as the head coach of the Arkansas Tech University women's basketball program and congratulates him on his retirement. The resolution highlights specific accomplishments during his nineteen-season tenure, including multiple conference championships, NCAA tournament appearances, and a high ranking for total wins among all coaches at the university. Upon passing, a copy of the resolution will be presented to Coach Wilbers by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally recognizes the Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns women's cross country team for winning the Great American Conference Championship. The measure highlights the team's historic first-place finish and acknowledges the individual achievements of specific athletes and coaches involved in the victory. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to Head Coach Gabe Sams as an official gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 1046 is a House resolution that formally recognizes the Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns women's cross country team for winning the Great American Conference Championship in October 2025. The bill lists the specific team members, coaches, and individual academic and athletic honors earned by the athletes during the season. It directs the Chief Clerk of the House to present a copy of the resolution to the team's head coach as a gesture of appreciation. This measure is a commemorative action and does not create any new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Memorial Resolution that honors Representative Stanley Jack 'Stan' Berry for his service to his community and the State of Arkansas. It recognizes his contributions as a former state representative, his long history of local public service, and his dedication to education and family. The resolution formally records his legacy and directs the House to provide a copy of the document to his family.

Maddy summaryThis House Memorial Resolution honors the memory of Senator Gary Don Stubblefield, who passed away in September 2025, and acknowledges his contributions to Arkansas and his local community. The bill formally records his life story, detailing his background as a dairy farmer, his athletic career with the University of Arkansas football team, and his extensive public service in various local and state roles. It resolves that the House of Representatives remember him and recognizes his service, with an official copy of the resolution to be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the Arkansas homestead property tax credit for property owners, raising the annual reduction in real property taxes from $600 to $675. The change applies to assessment years starting on or after January 1, 2026, directly benefiting homeowners who qualify for the credit. By amending the state code, the legislation provides a slightly larger tax relief amount for eligible residents without altering other tax provisions.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1889 amends regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries and cultivation facilities. It allows parents, whether they hold a medical marijuana card or not, to bring their child who is a qualified patient into a facility to purchase usable marijuana. The bill also authorizes dispensaries to offer new services: home delivery of usable marijuana to qualified patients or caregivers via a delivery vehicle, and drive-through window pick-up for pre-ordered items. Both delivery and drive-through options require visual confirmation of the patient's identification card and adherence to specific packaging and security measures.

Maddy summaryHB 1403 sought to amend the Arkansas Health and Opportunity for Me Act of 2021. The bill would have allowed nonhospital entities to serve as "community bridge organizations," expanding beyond the current requirement for these organizations to be hospital-based. These organizations aim to promote the health of mothers and infants and address health-related social needs, especially for Arkansans in rural areas. Nonhospital entities would have needed to meet specific conditions and criteria established by the Department of Human Services to administer these services.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 2 (SB 2) proposes to repeal the existing statewide fluoridation program in Arkansas. If enacted, this bill would remove the current mandate for water systems serving 5,000 or more people to maintain a specific fluoride content in their water supply. It would eliminate the authority of the Department of Health and State Board of Health to set rules and requirements for water fluoridation, including permissible concentrations, necessary equipment, and testing procedures. Essentially, it would end the state requirement for public water systems to add fluoride to drinking water.