Arkansas Legislative Analysis
Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in Arkansas: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.
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What you need to know about Arkansas right now
Recently Enacted
HB1004: To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Bi…
Recent Vote
HB1017 voted 27-4 in the Senate
Health Bill to Watch
HB1047: To Authorize The Arkansas Medicaid Program To Make Presumptive Eligibi…
Hot Topics
Health and Education legislation seeing the most activity this session
50
Bills Tracked
3
Introduced
11
Passed
36
Enacted
Why This Matters
How Arkansas legislation affects you
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Arkansas's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.
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Healthcare bills could change insurance coverage, Medicaid access, or hospital regulations.
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Education legislation may affect school funding, curriculum, or higher education costs.
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Legislative momentum is building: 36 already signed into law and 11 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.
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Recently enacted: HB1004 and HB1008 — review these to understand new laws affecting Arkansas residents.
Arkansas Quick Guide
Common questions about Arkansas legislation
Who represents me in Arkansas?
Who represents me in Arkansas?
Governor
Sarah Huckabee Sanders
Attorney General
Tim Griffin
Secretary of State
Cole Jester
How does Arkansas's legislature work?
How does Arkansas's legislature work?
Arkansas's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.
What are the top issues in Arkansas right now?
What are the top issues in Arkansas right now?
Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Health, Education, Elections. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.
How do I stay updated on Arkansas legislation?
How do I stay updated on Arkansas legislation?
This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.
Arkansas at a Glance
Current session overview
50
Total Bills
3
Introduced
11
Passed
36
Enacted
Legislative Progress
Bills moving through the process
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Recent bills in Arkansas
50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text
HB1004
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Aaron Pilkington (Republican)
- Voted 71-10 in the House
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Voting Record
House
Apr 01, 2025HB1008
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Require Medicaid Coverage For Postpartum Mothers For One Year After Giving Birth.
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1009
To Allow Pregnancy To Be A Qualifying Event For Enrollment In Certain Health Benefit Plans.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Allow Pregnancy To Be A Qualifying Event For Enrollment In Certain Health Benefit Plans.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1010
To Set The Reimbursement Rate In The Arkansas Medicaid Program For Maternal Health Services.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Set The Reimbursement Rate In The Arkansas Medicaid Program For Maternal Health Services.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1011
To Create The Restore Roe Act; And To Restore A Woman's Access To Abortion Services.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Create The Restore Roe Act; And To Restore A Woman's Access To Abortion Services.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1012
To Require The Arkansas Medicaid Program To Extend Eligibility To Certain Individuals For Family Planning Services.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Require The Arkansas Medicaid Program To Extend Eligibility To Certain Individuals For Family Planning Services.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1013
To Protect Fertility Treatment Rights In This State.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Protect Fertility Treatment Rights In This State.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Ashley Hudson (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1014
To Require Coverage Of In Vitro Fertilization Under The State And Public School Life And Health Insurance Program.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Require Coverage Of In Vitro Fertilization Under The State And Public School Life And Health Insurance Program.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Andrew Collins (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1015
To Amend The Individual Income Tax Laws; And To Create An Income Tax Credit For Dependent Children.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Amend The Individual Income Tax Laws; And To Create An Income Tax Credit For Dependent Children.
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Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Denise Garner (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
HB1016
To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Menstrual Discharge Collection Devices; To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Diapers; And To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Certain Items Related To Breastfeeding.
Last action: May 05, 2025
To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Menstrual Discharge Collection Devices; To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Diapers; And To Create A Sales And Use Tax Exemption For Certain Items Related To Breastfeeding.
View full bill textSponsors
Key Points
- This bill has been signed into law and is now in effect
- Sponsored by Denise Ennett (Democrat)
- Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
Sources & neutrality
Sources used
- LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
- NGA (governor roster)
- NAAG (attorney general roster)
- NASS (chief election official roster)
- Open States (legislator roster)
Disclaimer
We summarize for clarity. Always check the official text before acting, and verify dates/status directly on the state site.