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HR 1115

TO RECOGNIZE THE IMPACT OF COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES IN THIS STATE AND TO COMMEND THEIR DEDICATION TO IMPROVING THE LIVES OF ARKANSANS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeremy Wooldridge

Ceremonial resolution recognizing Arkansas community action agencies for 50+ years of poverty relief and statewide impact, raising visibility and supporting advocacy (no funds).

READ AND ADOPTED.
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Bill Summary · HR 1115

Summary — HR 1115 (House Resolution)

Title: To recognize the impact of community action agencies in this state and to commend their dedication to improving the lives of Arkansans.

Purpose / Intent

HR 1115 is a ceremonial House resolution that formally recognizes and commends the work of Arkansas community action agencies and the Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association. Its intent is to acknowledge the agencies’ long-standing role in fighting poverty, building community capacity, and improving economic and social outcomes for residents statewide.

Key provisions

  • Recognizes and commends the "more than fourteen (14)" local community action agencies in Arkansas and their staff for their contributions to eliminating poverty and promoting self‑sufficiency.
  • Acknowledges the agencies’ 50+ years of service and lists core services and initiatives they provide or support, including:
    • housing and utilities assistance (energy assistance),
    • education and early childhood programs,
    • health and wellness initiatives,
    • workforce development and economic mobility,
    • youth development and small business support.
  • Notes that these agencies operate across all 75 counties, impacting “tens of thousands” of residents and helping to alleviate food insecurity, improve health outcomes, increase employment, and provide affordable housing, especially in rural/underserved areas.
  • Directs that, upon adoption, a copy of the resolution be presented to the Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association by the Chief Clerk of the House as an expression of the House’s recognition and support.

Who is affected

  • Primary subjects: Arkansas Community Action Agencies and the Arkansas Community Action Agencies Association (symbolic recognition).
  • Indirect beneficiaries: low-income Arkansans and communities served by these agencies through increased public recognition and potential reinforcement of advocacy efforts.
  • No regulatory, funding, or programmatic mandates are created by this resolution.

Procedural history / timeline

  • Introduced: February 7, 2025 (House).
  • Referred to: House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (2/7/2025).
  • Committee actions and calendar placement occurred in April–May 2025.
  • Read and adopted in the House: April–May 2025 (final actions listed 5/23/2025; reported enrolled 5/25/2025).
  • Status: Adopted / read and adopted (ceremonial resolution).

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Representatives Wooldridge and Eric A. "Rick" Crawford. Cosponsor: Nathaniel Moran.

Practical effect / impact

HR 1115 is a non‑binding, honorary resolution. It does not create law, authorize spending, or change programs. Its primary effect is symbolic—raising visibility for community action agencies, formally acknowledging their statewide contributions, and potentially strengthening advocacy and partnerships by documenting legislative recognition.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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