Rep. Justin Gonzales

Co-sponsor HB 1368

Signed into law · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO AMEND THE LIST OF MUSICIANS HONORED ON ARKANSAS MUSIC APPRECIATION DAY.

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.

Signed into law Feb 27, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HR 1028

Passed · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO RECOGNIZE NATIONAL FFA WEEK.

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.

Passed Feb 25, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

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 HB 1491

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO ADOPT RULES BEFORE ASSESSING OR COLLECTING CERTAIN TAXES.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1418

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

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

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 275

died · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTIONEERING; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING POLLING SITES AND VOTE CENTERS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DESIGNATION OF POLLING SITES BY COUNTY BOARDS OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 260

died · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO CREATE THE ENSURING ACCESS FOR ALL ARKANSANS AND VOTER PROTECTION ACT OF 2023; TO AMEND THE PROCEDURE FOR THE FILING OF A BALLOT INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM PETITION; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 1753

died · Arkansas House · Lead sponsor

TO AMEND THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE PROFESSIONAL BAIL BOND COMPANY AND PROFESSIONAL BAIL BONDSMAN LICENSING BOARD; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING BAIL BONDSMEN.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1480

died · Arkansas House · Lead sponsor

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DEFENSES TO PROSECUTION FOR OPERATING AN ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ON A PUBLIC STREET OR HIGHWAY.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 552

died · Arkansas Senate · Lead sponsor

TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF CAPITAL RAPE.

died May 1, 2023 0 co-sponsors Track