House Bill 1184 boosts controlled-environment agriculture in Arkansas by funding research at the University of Hawaii, enhancing farming techniques and benefiting consumers.

MDE must precisely update tidal wetland landward boundaries after shoreline stabilization, showing updated maps and metes and bounds descriptions for any fast land.

HF 2327 protects students’ and families’ access to culturally inclusive learning environments and curricula, guarding against retaliation and discrimination.

SB 674 establishes an Extended Producer Responsibility program, requiring producers to manage packaging waste, promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

Bill S 6760 creates a task force to enhance higher education by tailoring learning experiences to diverse student needs, improving outcomes and inclusivity.

The CARE for Children Act aims to enhance child safety in schools and communities by establishing standards, training, and reporting mechanisms to combat bullying and harassment.

The Arkansas Nighttime Environment Protection Act aimed to regulate outdoor lighting, reducing light pollution and improving public health for residents and wildlife.

Senate Bill 699 prohibits geoengineering in West Virginia, protecting public health and the environment while empowering citizens to report violations and ensure compliance.

Adds a statutory definition of ecological restoration and requires MDE to align regulations with it, clarifying restoration terms for permits, projects, and guidance statewide.