The December 2021 revenue report was released this morning, and revenues are up in all categories showing continued economic growth.
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The 2nd Special Session of the year wrapped up yesterday after lawmakers completed all items on the Governor's call.
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The November 2021 revenue report was released this morning, and tax collections exceeded the recently revised and increased forecast in all major categories.
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The October 2021 revenue report was released this morning, and general revenue continues to exceed forecast event after it was recently revised and increased.
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Lawmakers came back to the capital city this week after a long recess. But what topics are they allowed to discuss in this unusual session?
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The Arkansas Legislature reconvenes today in an extension of its regular session to redraw boundaries for the state’s four congressional districts. As we head into the session, here’s a look back on the history of redistricting in Arkansas and a review of changes over the last two decades.
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Employer mandated COVID-19 vaccinations have been a hot topic for months. Lawmakers across the country have proposed bills to prohibit government entities from mandating vaccines. Now, the conversation has turned to private employer mandates, which are trending after the Pfizer vaccine received FDA approval late last month.
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The August 2021 revenue report was released this morning, and it was another stellar month of tax collections with revenue exceeding forecast by $47.1 million.
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Dating is hard. Dating during a pandemic is extra hard. Global i can help you feel secure about your choices, by vetting your potential match before the first date.
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As remote workers are returning to the office post-pandemic, many working parents are reevaluating their childcare needs. How can parents ensure they make the safest decision for their family?
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The journey into law was not a smooth road for EO-20-05. The bill aimed at codifying the executive order to continue the telemedicine expansion was amended numerous times and sparked heated debate in committees and on the floor.
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Multiple bills attempting to codify EO-20-12 were filed during the Arkansas legislative session. The final result, however, was not an act that mirrored the order, but one that provided additional safeguards for the mortgage banking industry.
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Through May 1, 2023, Arkansas healthcare providers and their employees are exempt from liability for harm caused by acts or omissions related to the diagnosis, treatment, cure or mitigation of COVID-19, so long as they were not negligent.
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The state of emergency in Arkansas has ended, but COVID-19 liability protections for businesses have not.
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Part 1 of a 5 part blog series detailing executive orders enacted during the emergency health declaration and their journey into law.
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