Arkansas Taxes – On road to becoming the worst in country
Arkansas politicians always brag about passing tax cuts. In fact, every election cycle they brag on how much they have
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Month: November 2018
Conduit Quiz: Lobbyists in Arkansas
Almost everyone is familiar with the term “lobbyist” and have a general idea of what that term means. To many
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Tax Task Force Finalizing Tax Increase/Decrease Measures for 2019 Session
The Arkansas Tax Task Force met again this week in its next to last meeting of its existence. The task
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Missouri Health Firm Sued For Arkansas Tax Money
Preferred Family Healthcare of Springfield, Missouri, three of its subsidiaries and company officials are being sued for the return of
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Convicted Judge Seeks Prison Release
UPDATE 12/18/18: Without explanation, former Judge Michael Maggio now has asked a federal court Monday to dismiss his own petition
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Arkansas Medical Marijuana Cultivators Allegedly Corrupt
Complaints were submitted to the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission against companies approved to cultivate medical marijuana in Arkansas. 14 complaints
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Arkansas Public Schools Graded A-F
Recently, Arkansas began grading public schools. They are assigned letter grades from A to F and it is becoming apparent
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“Racist” Radio Ad Complaint Dismissed
The Arkansas Ethics Commission dismissed a radio ad complaint made by the Arkansas Republican Party in regards to an inappropriate
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Arkansas Judge Attacked in Court
An Arkansas circuit court judge in eastern Arkansas was attacked by a defendant in a courtroom. The judge suffered minor
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Governor Makes Appointments
Governor Asa Hutchinson made the appointments for public office on Tuesday. The list is as follows: John Allison (Conway) to
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TAX CUT SWITCHEROO: Arkansas Wants More Not Less
Courtesy of Conduit For Action The Good News The big promise that dominated this year’s campaigns is an Arkansas income
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Arkansas Democratic Party Late on Paying Property Tax
The Arkansas Democratic Party was one month late on property taxes. Reportedly, the delinquency was due to a clerical error
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Largest Solar Farm Set For Fayetteville
The largest solar farm in Arkansas will be running in Fayetteville in 2019. This move will heighten clean energy use
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Arkansas Medical Marijuana Users Barred From Guns Ownership
Arkansans who carry medical marijuana cards will be barred from purchasing firearms legally from a federally licensed gun dealer. 6,428 Arkansans
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I-49 Funding Alternatives Sought
Arkansas is considering a number of alternatives to fund I-49 after a study showed that tolls wouldn’t cover the needed
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Attorney General Rutledge Urges Court to Reconsider Competency Ruling
Arkansas’ highest court decided to strike down a law which would have given the authority to determine if an inmate
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Illegal Immigrant Fires on Police in Arkansas
During a traffic stop, an illegal immigrant opened his door and fired on the deputy. Dashcam footage released by Washington
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Arkansas Unemployment Stays at 3.5%
Between September and October, labor force data shows that Arkansas unemployment is held steady at 3.5 percent. Meanwhile, Arkansas’ civilian
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Internet Sales Tax Filed for 2019 Arkansas Legislative Session
The Arkansas legislature began pre-filing bills yesterday ahead of the 2019 legislative session that will begin January 14, 2019. On
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Rapper to Plead Guilty in Arkansas Gun Case
Rapper Finese2Tymes, Ricky Hampton, no longer intends to withdraw his guilty plea for an Arkansas weapons charge. The charge follows a
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Trail of Tears Rifle Causes Outrage in Arkansas Bass Pro
1978 Winchester rifle commemorating the Trail of Tears in an Arkansas Bass Pro caused outrage across social media. The rifle
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Gov. Hutchinson: Highway Funding A Priority in 2019
Gov. Asa Hutchinson has announced that highway funding will be a priority in 2019. However, Hutchinson has yet to endorse
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Arkansas Gov.’s Budget Outlines Teacher Raises & Tax Cuts
Gov. Asa Hutchinson proposed a $5.7 billion budget for the upcoming year which outlines teacher raises and tax cuts. This
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House of Representatives: Changed Forever
By David Ferguson, Courtesy of Conduit For Action I’m feeling nostalgic this morning. Having worked for the Arkansas General Assembly
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Radio Host, Bobby Bones to Run For Arkansas Governor
Bobby Bones, Country Music radio host and current dancer on Dancing With The Stars, announced his intentions to run for
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Pea Ridge Police Chief Resigns Following Suspension
Police Chief Ryan Walker in Pea Ridge has submitted a letter of resignation after being placed on suspension. His resignation
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Former Arkansas Executive Branch Official among those mentioned in new Preferred Family Bribery Scheme Filings
The information filing against Marilyn Nolan reveals new revelations implicating more former and/or current elected officials tied to the Preferred
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Federal Advisory Urge Stop to Arkansas Medicaid Work Requirements
A federal advisory panel has urged the US Department of Health and Human Services to halt Arkansas’ Medicaid work requirements,
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Gold Star Memorial Funds Raised on Veterans Day
Funds for a Gold Star Families Memorial were raised through a telethon on Veterans Day. The monument will serve to honor
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ELECTIONS: Being Conservative Versus Playing Conservative
State Representative Johnny Rye (R) of Trumann posted a thank you to voters for re-electing him to the House of
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Former Arkansas Democratic Spokesman Arrested for Child Pornography
Former Arkansas Democratic spokesman, Harold “HL” Moody, Jr., has been arrested following a federal investigation into online child pornography chat
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Run-Off in Little Rock Mayor’s Race
Election Day has come and gone but the race for Mayor in Little Rock continues. No candidate received more than
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Minimum Wage in Arkansas
In a Republican held state, Arkansas voters approved a substantial increase to minimum wage. By 2021, minimum wage will be
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Full Arkansas 2018 Midterm Election Results
These are official results from the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office with 99% of precincts reporting. Voter turnout was 49%
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Ballot Measure Breakdown: What does it mean for Arkansas?
Arkansas voted to pass all three initiatives which appeared on the ballot. What does this mean for Arkansas? Issue #2
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Votes Have Consequences
It’s Election Day in Arkansas. After hundreds of campaign rallies, thousands of doors knocked, billions of dollars in donations, and
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Commerce In Action Releases Voter Guide
Commerce In Action has released their 2018 General Election Voters Guide on their website. Below is the full statement from
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CASINO AMENDMENT FLAWED: Imposes Duties on Commission Without Funds
Courtesy of Conduit For Action Issue #4 creates four casino monopolies. It also requires the Arkansas Racing Commission to spend
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The Breakdown of Issue 4
Issue #4 is a constitutional amendment on the ballot this November that proposes to expand casinos and gaming in Arkansas.
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Mayoral Race in Marked Tree, Following 2017 Death
In 2017, the city of Marked Tree lost their leader, Mary Ann Ritter Arnold. Now, two men are running for
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Issue #4 Will Put Casinos in College Towns
Courtesy of Conduit For Action If passed, Issue #4 authorizes four Arkansas casinos. One casino is reserved for Oaklawn Racing
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