Current Fostering program in Arkansas.
Information about current Fostering program in Arkansas.
Current Adoption Programs from DCFS in Arkansas
Information about current adoption programs from DCFS in Arkansas.
ALC Update – Education
Many have ask what the action means that was taken by ALC Thursday. Here is an explanation of it. To clarify further this is not in place of the Legislature looking at raising Minimum Teacher Salary during General Session. The Education Committee is doing their Adequacy Study at this time and will make a recommendation [...]
2022 Sales Tax Holiday
It is estimated that the average family will spend more than $600 per child on back-to-school shopping this year. This time of year can bring a financial burden to many families across Arkansas. That is why we want to remind you about the upcoming Arkansas Sales Tax holiday. This year, the event will begin at [...]
Discussing Ways to Improve Adoption and Foster Care in Arkansas
I've been discussing with DCFS ways to improve adoption and foster care in Arkansas. Please look over this information of what is available now.
Update Your Arkansas Medicaid
This week we want to remind Arkansans who receive Medicaid coverage to make sure their contact information is up to date. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government temporarily stopped some Medicaid requirements and conditions. This was done to help keep people with Medicaid from losing their health coverage during the pandemic. However, Arkansas will [...]
Fiscal Year 2022 Revenue Summary
This week, we received the Fiscal Year 2022 Revenue Summary. It shows we ended the last fiscal year with the largest surplus in state history. It is likely we will convene for a special session in August to address additional tax relief. Fiscal Year 2022 ended on June 30. Net Available General Revenue collections totaled [...]
“10 Minutes Matter” Reading Campaign
Research has shown that 90 percent of a person’s brain develops in the first five years of life. That is why a child’s experiences and relationships during that time are critically important. Reading not only engages children and boosts brain development, but it also helps children and parents and children bond. This year the Department [...]
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Respite Care Pilot Program
If you are someone you know is caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, you may be interested in a new program launched this week. The Arkansas Legislative Council recently approved the creation and funding for the Dementia Respite Care Pilot Program. This program provides $500 respite grants to enable caregivers to [...]
Buffalo National River – 50th Anniversary
With more than 800,000 visitors a year, the Buffalo National River is one of the leading tourist destinations in Arkansas. This year, the Buffalo National River celebrates its 50th anniversary as a unit of the National Park Service. Former Congressman John Paul Hammerschmidt and former Senators J. William Fulbright and John L. McClellan introduced the [...]