Rep. Howard Beaty

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

Primary HMR 1002

Passed · Arkansas House · Lead sponsor

TO REMEMBER BOB R. BROOKS, JR. AND TO RECOGNIZE HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE LEGAL PROFESSION, TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS, AND TO THE UNITED STATES.

Maddy summaryThis is a House Memorial Resolution (HMR 1002), not a legislative bill with policy provisions. It honors the late Bob R. Brooks, Jr., a former Chief Deputy Attorney General of Arkansas and public servant, by renaming the Boyle Building in Little Rock as the "Bob R. Brooks, Jr. Justice Building" to recognize his career contributions. The resolution commemorates his service to Arkansas and the U.S., including roles with the Arkansas Ethics Commission, Attorney General's office, and national political work. It contains no policy changes or mechanisms, solely serving as a commemorative gesture adopted by the Arkansas House of Representatives.

Passed Feb 11, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

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

Primary HR 1009

Passed · Arkansas House · Lead sponsor

TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE ARKANSAS FORESTRY DAY AT THE STATE CAPITOL ON JANUARY 21, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution designates January 21, 2025, as Arkansas Forestry Day at the state Capitol. It formally recognizes the economic and environmental significance of Arkansas' forestry industry, which supports over 26,000 jobs and contributes $7 billion to the state economy. The resolution directs the House to send a copy to the Arkansas Forestry Association upon adoption. As a commemorative measure, it has no binding effect and serves only to acknowledge the industry's contributions.

Passed Jan 27, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SB 8

Signed into law · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX RATES APPLICABLE TO INDIVIDUALS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND CORPORATIONS; TO CREATE AN INFLATIONARY RELIEF INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN TAXPAYERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

Signed into law Sep 15, 2023 1 co-sponsor

Primary SB 3

Signed into law · Arkansas Senate · Lead 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 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor HB 1001

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX RATES APPLICABLE TO INDIVIDUALS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND CORPORATIONS; TO CREATE AN INFLATIONARY RELIEF INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN TAXPAYERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

died Sep 14, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 1007

died · Arkansas House · Co-sponsor

TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX RATES APPLICABLE TO INDIVIDUALS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND CORPORATIONS; TO CREATE AN INFLATIONARY RELIEF INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN TAXPAYERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

died Sep 14, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary HB 1002

Signed into law · Arkansas House · Lead 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 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor SB 2

died · Arkansas Senate · Co-sponsor

TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX RATES APPLICABLE TO INDIVIDUALS, TRUSTS, ESTATES, AND CORPORATIONS; TO CREATE AN INFLATIONARY RELIEF INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CERTAIN TAXPAYERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

died Sep 14, 2023 1 co-sponsor Track