Sen. Fred Love

Maddy summarySenate Bill 318 proposes to create a new income tax exemption in Arkansas. This exemption would apply to individuals who are at least 65 years old. To qualify, an individual's annual gross income must not exceed $25,000 for the tax year. If enacted, this change would take effect for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 8 (SR 8) recognizes Monday, February 3, 2025, as "The Links Legislative Day" at the State Capitol. It also formally acknowledges The Links, Incorporated, for its service and contributions to communities throughout the State of Arkansas.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 29 (SR 29) is a resolution that officially recognizes and honors Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for its contributions to its communities, the state of Arkansas, the nation, and the world. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution is provided to the fraternity's leaders.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 45 designates March 17, 2025, as Jack and Jill of America, Inc., Greater Little Rock Chapter Day at the State Capitol. This resolution celebrates the organization's long-standing commitment to youth development, philanthropy, and community service.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1055 mandates that the State and Public School Life and Health Insurance Program provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses. This bill directly affects state and public school employees and their dependents who are covered by this insurance program. It ensures that treatments aimed at slowing the progression of these diseases are covered, provided they align with medical standards in the state and guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Maddy summarySenate Memorial Resolution 2 is a commemorative bill that honors the life and public service of James "Jim" Guy Tucker, former Arkansas Attorney General, U.S. Congressman, and the forty-third Governor of Arkansas. The resolution serves to respectfully acknowledge his contributions to the state and nation following his passing.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 75 formally honors Sylvia Ann Hindsman Cornwell for her 45 years of exemplary and dedicated service to the Arkansas Senate and the State of Arkansas. It recognizes her significant contributions, such as modernizing Senate records and serving as the first female Secretary of the Senate.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 23 recognizes February 15-22, 2025, as National FFA Week in Arkansas. This resolution commends the National FFA Organization and its Arkansas Division for their work in agricultural education and youth leadership.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution formally recognizes and honors Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. It acknowledges the sorority's historical founding and its contributions to communities, the state of Arkansas, the nation, and the world through its ideals of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1534 proposes to increase the existing homestead property tax credit. This bill directly affects homeowners by reducing the amount of property taxes they owe on their primary residence. The key mechanism is an adjustment to the credit amount, providing a larger tax reduction for eligible households.