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Update – July 3, 2025

2025-07-06T20:59:12+00:00 Jul 3rd, 2025|Summaries|

As Arkansans gather to celebrate the Fourth of July, we are reminded that the spirit of independence lives in both our history and our land. From the Ozark trails to the Ouachita River, Arkansas offers some of the most spectacular outdoor experiences in the country. And this year, thanks to legislation passed during the 2025 [...]

Update – June 27, 2025

2025-07-06T20:59:26+00:00 Jun 27th, 2025|Summaries|

This week, the House Committee on Aging, Children and Youth, and Legislative Affairs met jointly with the Senate Children and Youth Committee to review important reports focused on child safety and well-being in Arkansas. These committees are charged with addressing issues related to children, youth, adoption, custody, and the challenges facing our aging population. Regular [...]

Update – June 20, 2025

2025-07-06T20:57:23+00:00 Jun 20th, 2025|Summaries|

This week, lawmakers continued work to strengthen Arkansas's public institutions, improve access to education, and support our state employees and communities. The Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) approved a new step pay plan for Arkansas State Police officers. At a projected cost of $3.5 million, the step system will provide a more predictable and transparent approach [...]

Update – June 13, 2025

2025-07-06T20:56:22+00:00 Jun 13th, 2025|Summaries|

This week, several members of the Arkansas House of Representatives traded their suits for aprons and served meals, not in the Capitol, but at the annual Serving Up Solutions fundraiser. This event supports the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance, and proceeds go directly toward grants for food banks and soup kitchens across the state. It’s just [...]

Announcement

2025-07-06T20:55:20+00:00 Jun 13th, 2025|In the News|

Today I am announcing that I will not be running for re-election. It has been one my greatest honors to represent the great people of District 30, but it is time for me to step back. While I may not run for re-election I'll still work hard and continue to be your voice in Little [...]

Update – June 7, 2025

2025-07-06T20:54:19+00:00 Jun 7th, 2025|Summaries|

From reviewing proposed healthcare rules to tracking revenue trends and conducting vital audits, it has been a busy and productive week at the Capitol. The Department of Finance and Administration released the May General Revenue Report, providing an updated view of the state’s financial outlook. The Official General Revenue Forecast, revised on May 21, 2025, [...]

2025 Human Trafficking Legislation

2025-07-06T20:50:47+00:00 May 30th, 2025|In the News|

Every day, across Arkansas and our nation, human trafficking silently preys on the vulnerable, exploiting innocence and eroding lives. It is a crisis that hides in plain sight—within our communities, along our highways, and behind closed doors. In the 2025 Regular Session, the Arkansas House of Representatives took decisive action to confront this issue and [...]

2025 Veteran and Military Legislation

2025-07-06T20:49:18+00:00 May 23rd, 2025|In the News|

Each year on Memorial Day, Arkansans come together to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We remember their courage, their dedication, and the deep debt of gratitude we owe to them and their families.The Arkansas House of Representatives has made supporting veterans, military families, and active-duty [...]

2025 Transportation Legislation

2025-07-06T20:51:45+00:00 May 17th, 2025|In the News|

Transportation is more than just a matter of convenience — it’s about safety, infrastructure, and supporting the flow of commerce that powers Arkansas’s economy. During the 2025 Regular Session, the House of Representatives passed a series of laws aimed at keeping our roads safe, improving communication between drivers and law enforcement, and ensuring our infrastructure [...]