Rep. Bruce Cozart

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 SB 59

Signed into law · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO PROVIDE EACH STUDENT WITH ONE BREAKFAST AT NO COST EACH SCHOOL DAY UPON REQUEST WITHOUT CONSIDERATION OF THE STUDENT'S ELIGIBILITY FOR A FEDERALLY FUNDED FREE OR REDUCED-PRICE MEAL; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

Maddy summarySB 59 requires all public schools to provide one free breakfast daily to every student upon request, without checking if they qualify for federally funded free or reduced-price meals. This policy directly affects all public school students in the state, eliminating eligibility barriers for breakfast access. The bill includes an emergency clause, allowing it to take effect immediately upon enactment. It changes school meal procedures by mandating universal breakfast availability as a standard practice, not tied to existing federal program eligibility. The bill became law as Act 123 on February 24, 2025.

EducationSupports EducationBill mandates universal free breakfast for all K-12 students, removing eligibility barriers and expanding access to school meals, directly supporting educational access.90% confidence

Signed into law Feb 24, 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 HR 1008

Passed · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO RECOGNIZE "MONSTER" MICHAEL TODD FOR HIS OUTSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN PROFESSIONAL ARMWRESTLING AND FOR HONORABLY REPRESENTING THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.

Maddy summaryHR 1008 is a ceremonial House Resolution recognizing "Monster" Michael Todd, a professional armwrestler from Hot Springs, Arkansas, for his 23 World Armwrestling titles and 36 National titles. The resolution formally honors his athletic achievements and representation of Arkansas, with no legal effect or policy changes. It was adopted by the Arkansas House of Representatives on January 29, 2025, and includes a commitment to provide Todd with a copy of the resolution. This is a symbolic gesture with no substantive legislative impact.

Passed Jan 29, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 3

Signed into law · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO PROHIBIT THE GOVERNMENT FROM MANDATING A VACCINATION OR IMMUNIZATION FOR CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19) OR ANY SUBVARIANTS OF CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19), OR BOTH; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

Signed into law Sep 15, 2023 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1002

Signed into law · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO PROHIBIT THE GOVERNMENT FROM MANDATING A VACCINATION OR IMMUNIZATION FOR CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19) OR ANY SUBVARIANTS OF CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19), OR BOTH; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

Signed into law Sep 14, 2023 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 1399

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING PUBLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTIONS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING TAX DELINQUENCY LISTS.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HJR 1013

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION TO REPEAL THE EXCEPTION TO THE PROHIBITION OF SLAVERY AND INVOLUNTARY SERVITUDE.

died May 1, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

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