The 2024 Fiscal Session of the General Assembly will commence on April 10, 2024, at noon. Following the House's initial convening, there will be a brief recess before a Joint Session with the Senate to hear the Governor's address. Amendment 86 stipulates that the General Assembly will focus solely on the budget, with any discussion [...]
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, has captured the attention of Arkansans and visitors alike. The path of totality will stretch over 100 miles across The Natural State, extending from the southwest to the northeast. In some locations, lucky observers will experience over four minutes of total darkness. It is expected that 53 [...]
Colorectal cancer stands as one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. However, the stark reality is that it doesn't have to be. The month of March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In 2021, our General Assembly took a significant step forward in the fight against colorectal cancer by passing Act [...]
This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council and the council subcommittees convened at the Capitol. The council approved the permanent payment rules for Educational Freedom Accounts. Educational Freedom Accounts may be used by eligible families to cover private school tuition, fees, uniforms, and some other required expenses. First-time kindergarteners, students enrolled in “D” or “F” rated [...]
Pre-fiscal session budget hearings took place at the Capitol this week. The hearings began with the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) presenting the Governor’s recommendation for a balanced budget. The Governor’s proposed budget calls for a 1.76% increase in spending. The greatest proposed increase is directed to education. The budget proposal calls for a [...]
I can’t thank District 30 enough. I appreciate each and everyone who came out and voted for me durning the Primary. Together we can make a difference. I’m humbled by your support. I want to thank everyone who helped knock doors, make phone calls, spread the word and work the polls today. I couldn’t have [...]
Blessed to be able to help support The Growing Minds Foundation. They are a nonprofit organization that gives scholarships to children with disabilities for things like home modifications, specialized surgery and specialized toys among other special need items they might need. If you can please reach out to them and help support these children.
From classrooms to healthcare, the state budget has a direct impact on our daily lives. Weeks before the legislative session begins, the General Assembly reviews the state’s current fiscal position and budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year. Budget hearings this year will begin on March 6 and are expected to continue through March 8. [...]
So honored to be able to help those who fought for the Freedoms we enjoy today. Freedom is not Free.
Another busy day in District 30. Had great time at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism this morning. Then toured Hytrol in Jonesboro with Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. Hytrol does great job of retaining and promoting their employees. It was great to see their operation.
