Abortion  |  SB542

SB542 specifies that before a pregnant woman gives informed consent to an abortion or receives any anesthesia or medication for an abortion, the provider must perform an obstetric ultrasound and provide a simultaneous verbal explanation of the ultrasound images. The provider must also display the ultrasound images for the patient to view, document this in the patient’s medical record, provide a medical description of the images, and retain the images in the medical record.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB542 on April 5, 2023 by a vote of 80 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because states should act to ban abortion and guarantee the right to life for all persons. The right to life is the most fundamental, God-given, and unalienable right asserted in the Declaration of Independence and protected by the 5th and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Article V “Limitations”  |  HB1748

HB1748 “regulates” the state’s participation in an Article V Convention as per the U.S. Constitution. It defines terms, outlines delegate appointments, mandates an oath, sets instructions, and establishes a Delegate Advisory Group for guidance and oversight, all of which are simply false assurances.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed HB1748 on April 4, 2024 by a vote of 61 to 11. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. This bill is deceitful and is a hollow promise to make people try to feel better about a potential disastrous convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials.

Sound Money  |  HB1718

HB1718 reaffirms gold and silver coins as legal tender in the state, exempting them from taxation as personal property.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed HB1718 on April 3, 2023 by a vote of 82 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this bill is a strong step toward restoring constitutional money and the gold standard.

Food Stamps  |  SB306

SB306 increases food stamp eligibility in the state and increases SNAP amounts.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB306 on March 30, 2023 by a vote of 65 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the U.S. constitution does not permit federal social-welfare programs and propping people up via government support. This expands the size of government and promotes socialist ideologies. Arkansas and other states should not implement these federal programs.

Drop Box Ban  |  SB258

SB258 prohibits the use of absentee ballot drop boxes during elections.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB258 on March 13, 2023 by a vote of 80 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because drop boxes compromise the integrity of our elections, opening the door to fraudulent behavior, which ultimately drives people to lose faith in the election process. We must continue to push back against measures such as drop boxes and early voting.

Sex Change for Minors  |  SB199

SB199 allows malpractice lawsuits for transgender surgery for minors, effectively ending the practice.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB199 on March 8, 2023 by a vote of 76 to 17. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because Marxists and Leftists are pushing their woke agenda — telling everyone that one can choose their own gender and decide what their pronouns are. They are pushing this on younger generations, which is pure indoctrination.

Gun & Property Rights  |  HB1737

HB1737 specifies that a property owner who permits all nonemployees to carry loaded firearms on their property will not be held liable for any resulting damage, injury, or death caused by such firearms use. It also protects property owners from liability being inferred or imputed based solely on their allowance of firearm possession by nonemployees, except in cases of intentional or reckless conduct by the property owner.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1737 on April 7, 2023 by a vote of 28 to 3. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the 2nd, 9th, and 10th Amendments, and should not be infringed in any situation. 

Article V “Limitations”  |  HB1748

HB1748 “regulates” the state’s participation in an Article V Convention as per the U.S. Constitution. It defines terms, outlines delegate appointments, mandates an oath, sets instructions, and establishes a Delegate Advisory Group for guidance and oversight, all of which are simply false assurances.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1748 on April 7, 2024 by a vote of 20 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. This bill is deceitful and is a hollow promise to make people try to feel better about a potential disastrous convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials.

Sound Money  |  HB1718

HB1718 reaffirms gold and silver coins as legal tender in the state, exempting them from taxation as personal property.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1718 on April 5, 2023 by a vote of 32 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this bill is a strong step toward restoring constitutional money and the gold standard.

Food Stamps  |  SB306

SB306 increases food stamp eligibility in the state and increases SNAP amounts.

The Arkansas State Senate passed SB306 on April 4, 2023 by a vote of 24 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the U.S. constitution does not permit federal social-welfare programs and propping people up via government support. This expands the size of government and promotes socialist ideologies. Arkansas and other states should not implement these federal programs.

Drop Box Ban  |  SB258

SB258 prohibits the use of absentee ballot drop boxes during elections.

The Arkansas Senate passed SB258 on March 15, 2023 by a vote of 29 to 6. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because drop boxes compromise the integrity of our elections, opening the door to fraudulent behavior, which ultimately drives people to lose faith in the election process. We must continue to push back against measures such as drop boxes and early voting.

ESG  |  HB1307

HB1307 permits the Arkansas Treasurer to divest state investments based on environmental, social justice, or governance criteria. It clarifies terms related to industry discrimination and sets procedures for maintaining lists of financial service providers engaging in such practices. The bill requires divestment from listed providers within set deadlines and forms an oversight committee for supervision.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1307 on March 13, 2023 by a vote of 23 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the government has a duty to protect its citizens’ individual liberties from the all-encompassing ‘woke’ environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) movement. As a political scam that seeks to proliferate worldwide and implement the United Nations’ Agenda 2030, ESG denies the property rights of American citizens by restricting their access to financial services, among others, preventing both companies and individuals from entering into contracts voluntarily based on their own interests with freedom of association. The Bill of Rights and 14th Amendment were written to protect against undue deprivations or disparagements of a person’s “property,” and this bill is a great first step in pushing back.

Intrastate Firearms Protection Act  |  SB59

SB59 prohibits the enforcement of any federal gun laws toward all personal firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition “that is manufactured commercially or privately in Arkansas and that remains within the borders of Arkansas.”

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB59 on April 15, 2021 by a vote of 74 to 18. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the 2nd, 9th, and 10th Amendments, and should not be infringed. Furthermore, under Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, states have a duty to nullify infringements by the federal government.

Arkansas Sovereignty Act Of 2021  |  SB298

SB298 nullified all “acts, laws, orders, rules, and regulations of the United States Government, whether past, present, or future” that are unconstitutional regarding guns.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB298 on April 15, 2021 by a vote of 76 to 18. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because under article VI of the U.S. Constitution, the Constitution is the supreme law of the land and every state is bound by oath to support it. Ultimately, states have a duty to nullify any infringements by the federal government and Article 1, Section 8, of the Constitution gives congress specific powers and if there are violations of those powers, then states have a right to not comply.

Arkansas Save Adolescents From Experimentation (SAFE) Act.  |  HB1570

HB1570 bans doctors from providing gender-affirming health care for “transgender” children.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives voted to override the Governor’s veto for HB1570 on April 6, 2021 by a vote of 71 to 24. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the left has been promoting radical Marxist ideas for years. This indoctrination is letting people believe that they can choose their pronouns and that they can be transgender. Scientifically and biblically, there are two genders. Minors are not old enough to consent and should not be able to choose to be something that they are scientifically not.

Voter ID for Provisional Ballots  |  HB1112

HB1112 requires Arkansas voters to show a photo ID to cast a provisional ballot.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed HB1112 on February 2, 2021 by a vote of 75 to 20. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our voter ID laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. It would be an infringement on our rights to allow any ineligible elector to vote.

School Vending Machines  |  HB1783

HB1783 allows students in seventh through twelfth grade to access vending machines offering food and beverages that meet the nutrition standards of the federal smart snacks in school program.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed HB1783 on April 14, 2021 by a vote of 92 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because states should not be embracing unconstitutional programs that tell people how to behave and interfere in the free market.

Declining Enrollment Funding  |  SB629

SB629 allows school districts that have experienced a decline in average daily membership to receive both Declining Enrollment Funding and Special Needs Isolated Funding.

The Arkansas State House of Representatives passed SB629 on April 21, 2021 by a vote of 92 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this legislation provides schools with extra funding for declining school attendance and enrollment and likely rewards schools with taxpayer dollars for poor school performance and management. Public education is not a constitutional right and this is an expansion of the failing public education system.

Intrastate Firearms Protection Act  |  SB59

SB59 prohibits the enforcement of any federal gun laws toward all personal firearms, firearms accessories, or ammunition “that is manufactured commercially or privately in Arkansas and that remains within the borders of Arkansas.”

The Arkansas State Senate passed SB59 on April 1, 2021 by a vote of 28 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the 2nd, 9th, and 10th Amendments, and should not be infringed. Furthermore, under Article VI of the U.S. Constitution, states have a duty to nullify infringements by the federal government.

Arkansas Sovereignty Act Of 2021  |  SB298

SB298 nullified all “acts, laws, orders, rules, and regulations of the United States Government, whether past, present, or future” that are unconstitutional regarding guns.

The Arkansas State Senate voted to override the Governor’s veto for SB298 on April 26, 2021 by a vote of 21 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because under article VI of the U.S. Constitution, the Constitution is the supreme law of the land and every state is bound by oath to support it. Ultimately, states have a duty to nullify any infringements by the federal government and Article 1, Section 8, of the Constitution gives congress specific powers and if there are violations of those powers, then states have a right to not comply.

Arkansas Save Adolescents From Experimentation (SAFE) Act.  |  HB1570

HB1570 bans doctors from providing gender-affirming health care for “transgender” children.

The Arkansas State Senate voted to override the Governor’s veto for HB1570 on April 6, 2021 by a vote of 25 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the left has been promoting radical Marxist ideas for years. This indoctrination is letting people believe that they can choose their pronouns and that they can be transgender. Scientifically and biblically, there are two genders. Minors are not old enough to consent and should not be able to choose to be something that they are scientifically not.

Voter ID for Provisional Ballots  |  HB1112

HB1112 requires Arkansas voters to show a photo ID to cast a provisional ballot.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1112 on February 24, 2021 by a vote of 25 to 9. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our voter ID laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. It would be an infringement on our rights to allow any ineligible elector to vote.

School Vending Machines  |  HB1783

HB1783 allows students in seventh through twelfth grade to access vending machines offering food and beverages that meet the nutrition standards of the federal smart snacks in school program.

The Arkansas State Senate passed HB1783 on April 27, 2021 by a vote of 35 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because states should not be embracing unconstitutional programs that tell people how to behave and interfere in the free market.

Declining Enrollment Funding  |  SB629

SB629 allows school districts that have experienced a decline in average daily membership to receive both Declining Enrollment Funding and Special Needs Isolated Funding.

The Arkansas State Senate passed SB629 on April 15, 2021 by a vote of 34 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this legislation provides schools with extra funding for declining school attendance and enrollment and likely rewards schools with taxpayer dollars for poor school performance and management. Public education is not a constitutional right and this is an expansion of the failing public education system.