Farm to School Month Friday, October 25, 2019

Childhood obesity is a serious problem across the country. 1 in 5 children are now obese.Several studies have shown that students will eat more fruits...

The Value of Higher Education in Arkansas Friday, October 18, 2019

On average, an Arkansan with a bachelor’s degree will earn $700,000 more in a 30 year career than those who drop out of college.  The gap climbs...

Statement Concerning Vote on HR1079 Friday, October 11, 2019 Author: Matthew J. Shepherd

Today’s vote to expel Rep. Gates sends a clear message. It tells Arkansans that their elected leaders are held to a high standard and must exemplify i...

Bullying Prevention in Arkansas Friday, October 11, 2019

A 2017 study titled “Indicators of School Crime and Safety,” published by the United States Department of Justice and the United States Department of...

House Caucus will meet Friday, October 11, at NOON Wednesday, October 9, 2019

The House will meet in Caucus on Friday, October 11, 2019,  at noon to consider House Resolution 1079.VIEW CALENDAR

Flu Vaccines Available Friday, October 4, 2019

Last flu season, 113 influenza-related deaths were reported in Arkansas. According to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), 71% of the adults who d...

Breast Cancer Awareness Friday, September 27, 2019

In 2016 in Arkansas, a total of 2,226 women were diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and 400 women died from the disease.Other than skin cancer, bre...

Ending Domestic Violence in Arkansas Friday, September 20, 2019

In Arkansas, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men will be the victim of domestic abuse in their lifetime. In 2018, 44 Arkansas died as a result of domestic vio...

Counting Our Population Friday, September 13, 2019

By April 1, 2020, each of you will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census.  Responding to the census this time will be easier th...