Bills Signed: HB1002, HCR1001, HCR1003
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Thursday, January 16, 2025, the Governor signed into law: HB 1002 – The General Appropriation Act For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year. HCR 1001 – For A Joint Session Of The House Of Representatives And The Senate At 10:30 A.m., Tuesday, January 14, 2025, To Declare Election Results, To Administer The Oath Of Office, And […]
Governor Sanders Appoints Jerry Halsey to Arkansas State Highway Commission
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that she has appointed Jerry Halsey to the Arkansas State Highway Commission. His term expires January 14, 2035. He is replacing Alec Farmer. “Jerry is an incredibly gifted businessman, a leader in Jonesboro, and most importantly, a great friend. I know his experience in community development in […]
Governor Sanders to Travel to World Economic Forum to Talk Big Tech Accountability, Mental Health, Economic Development
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced today that she will attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, from January 22nd to January 24th, 2025. While there, the Governor will participate in two panels: one with The Anxious Generation author Jonathan Haidt to discuss smartphones, social media, and the youth mental health crisis, and the other with […]
Sanders Proclaims Monday as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in Arkansas
TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS COME – GREETINGS: WHEREAS: Martin Luther King, Jr. was born on January 15, 1929, the son of a prominent clergyman in Atlanta, Georgia; WHEREAS: Dr. King united his faith and his passion for racial equality to bring down racism in the United States and was instrumental in the passage of much of the civil rights […]
Sanders’ Statement on the Passing of Former U.S. Representative Beryl Anthony, Jr.
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders released the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Representative Beryl Anthony, Jr. (AR-04): “Former Representative Beryl Anthony, Jr. was equal parts South Arkansas forester, country lawyer, and Capitol Hill insider – a potent mix that made him a forceful advocate for Arkansas’ interests during his 14 years […]
Sanders Orders Flags to Full Staff in Honor of President Trump’s Inauguration
TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS COME – GREETINGS: WHEREAS: On Monday, January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump will take his oath of office and be sworn in as the nation’s 47th President; WHEREAS: America is the greatest country in the world and the peaceful transfer of power that will soon occur from one administration to the next […]
Sanders Releases Statement After Arkansas State Police Arrest Violent Criminal Illegal
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today released a statement on the arrest of Luis Danielle Valdez-Reyes, a violent illegal immigrant who was on the run after striking an Arkansas State Trooper. “Violent illegal immigrants have no place in Arkansas,” said Governor Sanders. “I’m thankful our brave State Troopers were able to apprehend this man. This […]
Governor Sanders Announces $66.5 Million in Arkansas Water Funding
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has announced an additional $66.5 million in financial assistance for water and wastewater projects for eight entities. The projects serve more than 60,594 Arkansans in eight counties. The Arkansas Natural Resources Commission approved this funding on January 15, 2025. “Today’s announcement continues my administration’s commitment to making sure […]
Sanders Announces Appointments
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the following appointments: Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine Keri Cody, Ashdown, to the Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine. Term to expire August 31, 2025. Previously vacant position. Dr. Naval Patel, Little Rock, to the Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine. Term to expire August 31, 2027. Replaces Mark Reiner. Dr. Laurel Tait, Little […]
Governor Sanders Delivers State of the State Address
LITTLE ROCK, Ark– Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders on Tuesday, January 14th delivered the State of the State Address after the convening of the 95th General Assembly Legislative Session. The Governor’s remarks as prepared are below: Speaker Evans, President Hester, Constitutional Officers, members of the Supreme Court, distinguished Members of the General Assembly, my amazing family, my fellow Arkansans: It is […]
