Week 1: 95th AR Legislative Session

Written By Jay Richardson
Arkansas State Representative Jay Richardson sitting next to Representative Fred Allenduring the first legislative session in 2025.

The 95th Arkansas State Legislative Session was gaveled into session on Tuesday, January 21st.

Although a short week, there was much activity as we headed into this season. Here are a few highlights from the first week at the Capitol.

  • Leadership of the 95th Arkansas Legislative Council was identified for the committee Charis and Vice Chairs.

    • Note: No Democrats were appointed to leadership in either the House or Senate.

  • Bill presented: Retail Convenience Store Act, on behalf of Chanell Moore who was shot and killed in a convenience store.

  • Spoke to a group of High School students about public service and AR government.

You can watch a full summary of this week below.

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