LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the Governor signed into law: HB1056 - An act to create the joint committee on military and veteran’s affairs; to declare an emergency; and for other purposes. SB46 - An act concerning East Arkansas Community College; to reflect a merger between th…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- On Monday, February 10, 2025, the Governor signed into law:  SB182 - To require a local government to continue to operate under the annual appropriation ordinance for the previous year until a new appropriation ordinance is adopted; and to d…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today received a report from the AI and Analytics Center of Excellence outlining recommended policies and programs to adopt artificial intelligence across Arkansas state government. Governor Sanders launched the working group in June to s…

U.S. Senator John Boozman – “Another important step forward for our state's moms, babies and families as we continue to address challenges with maternal health. Thankful for Gov. @SarahHuckabee Sanders' leadership and the ongoing efforts across our state to promote access to care that saves lives.” …

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- On Thursday, February 6, 2025, the Governor signed into law: SB61 - An act to authorize veterinary telemedicine in this state; to set certain standards for veterinary telemedicine; and for other purposes.    SB68 - An act to allow veter…

Plan invests an estimated $45.3 million in maternal health annually LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced the Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act to improve maternal health in Arkansas. Senator Missy Irvin (District 24) and Representative Aaron Pilkington (District 45) …

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- On Monday, February 3, 2025, the Governor signed into law:  HB1005 - An act regarding higher education; to amend the law regarding tuition waivers for Arkansas National Guard soldiers and airmen to include programs of study leading to a postsecondary certi…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As part of Natural State Day at the Capitol, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced legislation that lays the groundwork for bringing lift access downhill mountain bike parks to Arkansas. Senate President Bart Hester (District 33) and Representative J…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure county employees, specifically in Jefferson County, are paid for their work despite ongoing county budget disputes. Senator Ben Gilmore (District 26), Senator Stephanie Flowers (…