Senate News

  • Legislature Votes to Clarify Meaning of Medical Emergency During Pregnancies

    Download DOC LITTLE ROCK – The legislature has approved and sent to the governor a bill that clarifies the meaning of a medical emergency when the life of a pregnant woman and her unborn children are threatened. House Bill 1610 defines a medical emergency as a condition which complicates the medical condition of a pregnant […]

    26 Mar 2025 Weekly Updates
  • Legislature Approves Sweeping Changes in Higher Education

    Download DOC LITTLE ROCK – The Senate passed legislation with far-reaching changes in how state-supported colleges and universities divide state aid, and how students qualify for scholarships. One of the most noticeable changes will be in how much is awarded the first year to students who qualify for an Academic Challenge Scholarship. Now, students receive […]

    19 Mar 2025 Weekly Updates
  • Senate Passes Additional $100 a Year Property Tax Credit

    Download DOC LITTLE ROCK – The Senate has approved a property tax cut that will save Arkansas homeowners $56 million every year. The tax reduction is in Senate Bill 263, which will take effect in 2026. It raises the homestead property tax credit by $100 to $600 a year. The credit is currently $500. About […]

    12 Mar 2025 Weekly Updates
  • Senate Approves Package of Bills to Regulate Signature Gathering for Ballot Issues

    Download DOC LITTLE ROCK – The Senate has approved a package of bills with tougher regulations for the signature-gathering process by which citizens can place issues on statewide ballots. In recent years the legislature has passed numerous new laws to prevent voter fraud and protect election integrity. The Secretary of State, the top election official […]

    05 Mar 2025 Weekly Updates