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Vote On Short-Term Rental Bill Delayed Until After Spring Break
Senate Bill 197 would prohibit local municipalities from enacting ordinances to prohibit or limit use of property as a short-term rental.
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Approved Bill, To Hold Libraries Accountable For "Obscene' Material," Called "Government Overrreach"
Seven Republicans joined the 18 House Democrats in voting against it, including Rep. DeAnn Vaught (R-Horatio).
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Arkansas Governor Signs Law Allowing Malpractice Suits For Transgender Minors' Health Care
In following the GOP playbook, Sanders again attacks the LGBTQ+ community.
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Applications Now Available For LEARNS Act Work Groups
Through volunteer work groups, participants will contribute to the development of rules and policies for the expansive education bill.
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In Arkansas, A "Monument To The Unborn?" Only Republicans Support It
It passed the Senate on March 1 and the House on Tuesday, with support solely from Republicans.
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Proposed Law Restricting School Bathroom Use Will Return To Arkansas House
This would apply to multiple-occupancy restrooms and locker rooms, as well as rooms for students on overnight trips.
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Arkansas House Committee Passes Bill To Regulate Paper Ballot Counties
The counties involved would have to bear the cost of paper ballots, the report states.
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Republican's Bill Would Render Open Meetings Section "Almost Meaningless," Report States
One of those bills would define what a public meeting is. As I noted in Monday's column, the FOIA doesn't specify amount of members needed.
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Education Secretary Discusses LEARNS Act Implications With Northwest Arkansas Superintendents
Education Secretary Jacob Oliva traveled to the Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative in Farmington to meet with superintendents.
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SESSION SNAPSHOT: The LEARNS Act Becomes Arkansas Law, Further Highlights
Herein are the noteworthy events, tidbits, and other possibly unique happenings from the recent legislative session.
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Bills Relevant To Freedom Of Information Act Being Reviewed In Arkansas
Usually, legislative proposals involving the FOIA seek to remove more records or government activity from public scrutiny.
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Arkansas Committee Approves Amended Bill To Hold Libraries Accountable For ‘Obscene' Material
It would add the loaning of library materials to the statute governing the possession and distribution of obscene material.
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Arkansas Senate Narrowly Passes Bill, Democrat Says "It Will Have Deleterious Effects On Minorities"
Before this action spurred by Republican Sullivan, Arkansas encouraged participation, Democrat Chesterfield said.
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Arkansas Panel Approves Proposed Ban On School Employees Using Transgender Individuals' Pronouns
It is meant to shield teachers and other school employees at all levels of public education from negative consequences.
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Arkansas Governor-Backed Bill Would Require Social Media Age Verification
A third-party vendor would be hired to verify ages, the report states.
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New Legislation Prompts Requests To Delay Marvell-Elaine School District Consolidation
The rural Phillips County district is scheduled to be consolidated with another district this summer due to low enrollment.
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What Is The Arkansas LEARNS Act?
The State Board of Education will: (details herein)
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Republican Sanders Signs Bill That "Will Not Reach Our Students In Greatest Need," Democrat Says
It takes unprecedented steps in hopes of restructuring K-12 schools, addressing teacher pay, school safety, and career readiness.
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Transgender Child, Testifying, Reports Own "Blood Will Be On The Hands" Of The GOP If Bill Passes
"It denies trans kids the most affirming care they may ever receive in their lives, and that’s cruel” -- Democrat McCullough
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Arkansas Lawmakers Send Sweeping Education Bill To Governor's Desk
The Arkansas Senate gave final approval to Senate Bill 294, also called the LEARNS Act, on Tuesday.
