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HB 1197

AR HOUSE

TO PROHIBIT SCHEDULING, HOSTING, OR REQUIRING AN OUTDOOR PRACTICE, SCRIMMAGE, GAME, OR ACTIVITY FOR AN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY DURING THE HOURS WHEN AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING HAS BEEN DECLARED.

2025
Introduced by Stephen Meeks,

House Bill 1197 aimed to protect students by banning outdoor extracurricular activities during excessive heat warnings, ensuring their safety from heat-related health risks.

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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HB 1504

AR HOUSE

TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF MANUFACTURING, MODIFYING, SELLING, TRANSFERRING, OR OPERATING A ROBOTIC DEVICE OR AN UNCREWED AIRCRAFT THAT IS EQUIPPED OR MOUNTED WITH A WEAPON.

2025
Introduced by Mark Johnson, Stephen Meeks,

HB 1504 sought to penalize the manufacture and use of weaponized robotic devices and uncrewed aircraft, enhancing public safety and accountability in technology.

Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.
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HJR 1019

AR HOUSE

AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION TO REMOVE REFERENCES TO GREYHOUND RACING FROM ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, AMENDMENT 100.

2025
Introduced by Stephen Meeks,

HJR 1019 aimed to update Arkansas' Constitution by removing outdated greyhound racing references, streamlining regulations for horse racing and casino gaming.

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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HB 1283

AR HOUSE

TO REQUIRE THE DIVISION OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION TO INCLUDE DIGITAL MEDIA STANDARDS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE TWELVE LIBRARY MEDIA STANDARDS.

HB 1283 sought to enhance K-12 digital literacy in Arkansas by establishing standards for digital citizenship, wellness, safety, and AI use, but it died in committee.

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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SB 204

AR SENATE

TO EXEMPT FROM GROSS INCOME A GAIN BY A TAXPAYER RESULTING FROM THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY UNDER THE RIGHT OF EMINENT DOMAIN OR THE THREAT OF CONDEMNATION.

2025
Introduced by Brandon Achor, Fred Allen, Wade Andrews and 103 other co-sponsors

Senate Bill 204 exempts gains from property acquired under eminent domain from income tax, easing financial burdens on affected Arkansas taxpayers starting in 2025.

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
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