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The Arkansas Citizens First Congress today expressed some relief that the Arkansas Department of Human Services is fixing one of the worst parts of the policy, but expressed dismay that they are not applying it retroactively to more than 50,000 families who’ve lost coverage under the old process.
The 2015 Legislative Session is Over. Thank You for Getting Involved!
Your voices truly make a difference. Please enjoy this album highlighting the 2015 session. It was inspiring to see so many people participating in state politics.
Thank You for Making Your Voices Heard! But the fight isn’t over yet.
On Wednesday Governor Asa Hutchinson finally admitted what we’ve been telling lawmakers since House Bill 1228 was introduced. This bill goes far beyond protecting religious liberty, into the realm of discrimination.
The Arkansas Citizens First Congress appreciates the Governor and General Assembly being willing to step back and realize the flaws and discrimination contained in HB1228.
While we don’t believe Arkansas needs any new legislation to protect religious freedom, SB975, mirroring the federal RFRA is a better option than HB1228, and could be made even stronger by adding a nondiscrimination clause. We can not afford to return to the dark days of discrimination that HB1228 would bring.
Today (3/30) at 12:30, we will join the Human Rights Campaign of Arkansas to continue to take a stand against this discriminatory bill with a peaceful protest beginning at the Arkansas State Capitol Steps. Come tell your legislators and Governor Asa Hutchinson HB1228 does not reflect Arkansas values.
Please join the Arkansas Public Policy Panel and Citizens First Congress in urging the Governor to Veto HB1228 - sign the letter at this link!
Contact the Joint Energy Committee NOW to Support Renewable Energy
At 10AM MONDAY the Joint Energy committee is expected to consider HB1885, which would create the Arkansas Distributed Generation Act.
B1870: Call Lawmakers NOW to Protect Arkansas’ Property Owners
Did you know Arkansas law gives pipeline companies the power of eminent domain? That is, the power to take private property for public use without the consent of the owner.
These two coal powered plants are some of the dirtiest in the nation, and they're polluting our national parks and wilderness areas.
On April 16th, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will hold a public hearing in Arkansas, concerning a pending plan for cleaner air in our state. Please join the Sierra Club of Arkansas in North Little Rock to fight for clean air!