Sanders Releases Statement on Legislation to Invest in Arkansas Energy
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today released a statement in support of SB307, led by Senator Jonathan Dismang (District 18): “I meet with companies all the time and one of the number one topics they bring up is the need for affordable, reliable energy. This legislation helps us keep the Natural State competitive […]
Governor Sanders Announces the Communist China Defense Legislative Package
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today introduced the Communist China Defense legislative package, which will divest state resources from Communist China and ban foreign adversaries from buying land around critical infrastructure like military bases and electric substations. The legislation’s lead sponsors are Senator Blake Johnson (District 21), Representative DeAnn Vaught (District 87), Representative Britt McKenzie (District […]
Bills Signed: HB1060, HB1189, HB1287, SB214, HB1181, HB1292, SB213, SB137, HB1353, SB134, SB180, SB50, HB1075, HB1315, HB1383, HB1411, HB1412, HB1118, HB1119, HB1221, HB1222, SB203, SB97, SB98, HB1437, HB1071, HB1196, HB1418, HB1407, SB170, SB171, SB172, SB173, SB174, SB175, SB176, SB177, HB1355, HB1356, HB1357, HB1358, HB1359, HB1360, HB1361, HB1362, HB1363, HB1364, HB1087, HB1099, HB1100, HB1104, HB1114, HB1151, HB1235, SB23, SB28, SB31, SB65, SB74, SB116, SB199
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, the Governor signed into law: HB1060 – An act to revise the instruction provided on the failure of communist and autocratic system and to reinforce in required instruction the resiliency of the constitutional republic system adopted by the United States of America; and for other purposes. HB1189 – An act […]
Governor Sanders Announces Arkansas LAUNCH
BENTON, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced Arkansas LAUNCH, a skills-based platform designed to connect jobseekers with opportunities and help employers find the skilled workers they need – quickly, easily, and for free. “Arkansas LAUNCH will connect employers and job seekers, helping grow our workforce and empower Arkansans to get off the sidelines and into […]
Sanders Signs Free School Breakfast Bill into Law
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today signed SB59, which passed the House and Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support, providing students with free breakfast before the school day. The legislation’s lead sponsors are Senator Jonathan Dismang (District 18) and Representative Zach Gramlich (District 50). “Free school breakfast will help ease the burden on families just […]
Bills Signed: SB142, SB59, HB1427, HB1048, HB1223, HB1207, HB1208, HB1209, HB1210, HB1211, HB1390, HB1391
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Governor signed into law: SB142 – To create the Bell to Bell, No Cell Act; and to amend the requirements for public school discipline policies with regard to student use of personal electronic devices. SB59 – An act to prove each public school student with one breakfast at no cost during […]
Governor Sanders Announces Appointments
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced the following appointments: Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Andrew Berner, Jonesboro, to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. Term to expire January 14, 2027. Replaces Steven Smith. Arkansas Economic Development Council Jerry Holder, Little Rock, to the Arkansas Economic Development Council. Term to expire January 14, 2029. Replaces Tracy […]
Arkansas State Offices will Delay Opening in Weather-Affected Areas Thursday
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Due to the potential for hazardous road conditions tomorrow morning, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will delay the opening of State office buildings until 10:30 a.m. except for critical operations on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Agencies may implement liberal leave policies for their employees who cannot report to work.
Arkansas State Offices to Close Wednesday
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.— Due to inclement winter weather statewide and out of an abundance of caution, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has closed state office buildings except for critical operations on Wednesday, February 19th. State employees who can telework should do so, and agencies may implement liberal leave policies for their employees who cannot telework.
Bills Signed: HB1138, HB1278, SB146, HB1205, HB1220, SB77, HB1310, HB1214, HB1067, HB1145, HB1324, HB1263, HB1282, HB1311, HB1317, HB1318, SB14, SB102, SB3, SB78, HB1199, HB1215, SB89, HB1074
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Governor signed into law: HB1138 – To authorize certain medical professionals to certify to the office of motor vehicle eligibility for a special license plate, certificate, or parking decal for a person with a disability. HB1278 – To require surveyors to take certain actions before entering onto a commercial poultry […]
