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in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 12, 2025

HR 1275: Focus on Learning Act

The Focus on Learning Act requires the Surgeon General to study how personal mobile devices affect student learning, mental health, and school climate in elementary and secondary schools. It establishes a pilot program offering $5 million over five years to school districts that implement "device-free" environments - requiring secure storage for students' personal phones during school hours - while allowing exceptions for health needs, students with disabilities, or language translation. Schools in the pilot must obtain parental input, maintain staff communication systems, and detail their device policies before participating. The study and pilot aim to test whether reducing personal device use during school improves academic outcomes and school environment, with results to be reported to Congress.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $5M for pilot programs creating device-free school environments to improve learning and mental health, directly funding an educational initiative.92% confidence
Bruce Westerman (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 11, 2025

SRES 73: An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Select Committee on Intelligence.

SRES 73 is a procedural resolution authorizing the Select Committee on Intelligence to spend funds from the Senate's contingent fund for its operations. It sets specific spending limits: $5.26 million for March-September 2025, $9.02 million for October 2025-September 2026, and $3.76 million for October 2026-February 2027, with small caps on consultant fees. The resolution enables the committee to hire staff, cover operational costs, and use agency resources (with approval) to carry out its duties under Senate Resolution 400. It directly affects the Select Committee on Intelligence by providing its budget authority for its ongoing investigations and oversight work. This is a routine funding authorization, not a policy change.
Tom Cotton (R)
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 11, 2025

S 520: Supporting the Abused by Learning Options to Navigate Survivor Stories Act

This bill requires states that mandate licensing training for cosmetologists and barbers to add free, state-approved domestic violence training for license seekers. The training teaches professionals to recognize abuse signs, respond appropriately, and refer clients to victim resources - optionally including sexual assault, stalking, and dating violence. States meeting this requirement can receive up to a 10% grant increase for domestic violence programs, with grants renewable for up to three years. The bill authorizes $5 million annually (2027-2033) to fund these grants, directly affecting cosmetology/barber license applicants and domestic violence service providers.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires domestic violence training for license seekers, funds victim resources via grants, aligns with criminal justice reform by supporting victim services and prevention85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates domestic violence training for service professionals and provides grant incentives for domestic violence programs (public health component), directly supporting victim access to health resources and strengthening public health initia...95% confidence
Marsha Blackburn (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 11, 2025

S 522: Credit Union Board Modernization Act

Credit Union Board Modernization Act This bill revises the required frequency of meetings held by a credit union's board of directors. Specifically, new credit unions and credit unions with a low soundness rating must meet monthly. All other credit unions must hold at least six meetings annually, with at least one meeting held during each fiscal quarter. Currently, all credit union boards must meet at least once a month.
Bill Hagerty (R) · 63 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 11, 2025

S 526: Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2025

S 526, the Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2025, requires pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) - the middlemen managing drug coverage for health plans - to disclose financial details and stop unfair practices. It prohibits PBMs from keeping price differences between what they charge health plans and pay pharmacies, arbitrarily clawing back payments, or inflating fees to offset government-mandated changes. PBMs must annually report to the FTC and HHS on rebate sharing, fee structures, formulary changes, and reimbursement differences, including whether drug tier shifts were influenced by manufacturers. This directly affects PBMs, pharmacies, health plans, and patients by increasing transparency in drug pricing and reimbursement.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates PBM transparency and bans unfair practices (e.g., price gouging, clawbacks), improving drug coverage fairness and patient access to medications.90% confidence
Chuck Grassley (R) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 1200: Freight RAILCAR Act of 2025

This bill creates a 10% tax credit for businesses that modernize or replace freight railcars, directly affecting railcar owners and manufacturers. To qualify, railcars must meet an 8% improvement standard in capacity or fuel efficiency, be built or modernized after enactment, and replace two scrapped railcars. The credit is limited to 1,000 qualified railcars per business annually, with reporting requirements for the Treasury to track claimed credits, scrapped railcars, and new railcar production. The credit applies to railcars placed in service after December 2024, ending three years after enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a 10% tax credit for businesses, directly impacting taxation policy and providing tax relief for qualifying railcar owners/manufacturers.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires 8% fuel efficiency improvement for railcars to qualify for tax credit, directly advancing energy efficiency in transportation infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires 8% fuel efficiency improvement in railcars, reducing emissions and aligning with pollution control goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationTax credit incentivizes railcar modernization meeting efficiency/capacity standards, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and sustainable freight systems.95% confidence
Darin LaHood (R) · 68 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 1207: To transfer the functions, duties, responsibilities, assets, liabilities, orders, determinations, rules, regulations, permits, grants, loans, contracts, agreements, certificates, licenses, and privileges of the United States Agency for International Development relating to implementing and administering the Food for Peace Act to the Department of Agriculture.

HR 1207 transfers the administration of the Food for Peace Act's food aid programs from USAID to the Department of Agriculture. This means the Agriculture Secretary, not the USAID Administrator, will now handle all related functions, including managing assets, grants, and rules for distributing U.S. food aid overseas. The bill requires immediate implementation upon enactment, with references in law automatically updating to the Agriculture Secretary, and allows for swift interim rules to maintain program continuity. It also specifies that the Famine Early Warning Systems Network will continue under Agriculture, and the Department must consult with the State Department on certain aspects of the program.
Tracey Mann (R) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 10, 2025

S 493: Stop the ICC Act

This bill prohibits U.S. government cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC) and blocks funding for the Palestinian Authority under existing law if it engages with ICC investigations. It specifically blocks U.S. economic support funds for the Palestinian Authority when the ICC investigates Israeli officials, as referenced in the 2024 Appropriations Act. The bill also bans all federal funds from supporting ICC activities, including investigations, arrest warrants, or enforcement of rulings. It directly affects U.S. foreign aid programs and the Palestinian Authority's access to U.S. funding tied to ICC-related actions.
Dan Sullivan (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 7, 2025

HJRES 38: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Management of Certain Hydrofluorocarbons and Substitutes Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020".

HJRES 38 is a joint resolution seeking congressional disapproval of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act. The rule manages the phasedown of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), potent greenhouse gases used in refrigeration and air conditioning, under the AIM Act of 2020. If approved, this resolution would block the EPA rule from taking effect, preventing its implementation of HFC management requirements. This is a procedural disapproval under the Congressional Review Act, not a new law, and directly affects the EPA’s regulatory authority over HFCs.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule implementing HFC phasedown under AIM Act, weakening greenhouse gas regulations for refrigerants used in energy-intensive cooling systems.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA rule implementing HFC phase-down under AIM Act, weakening climate protections by preventing management of potent greenhouse gases.95% confidence
Neal P. Dunn (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1151: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act

This bill expands 529 college savings account flexibility by allowing funds to cover costs for industry-recognized postsecondary credentials, not just traditional degrees. It defines "qualified expenses" to include tuition/fees for recognized credential programs (like certifications or apprenticeships), required testing fees, and continuing education needed to maintain credentials. To qualify, programs must meet specific criteria, such as appearing on state lists under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or being listed in VA or Defense directories. The change applies to 529 distributions made after the law's enactment, giving families more options to use these accounts for job-focused training.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 account use for industry credentials (certifications/apprenticeships), increasing access to funding for non-traditional workforce education pathways beyond degrees.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands 529 savings to cover industry credentials (certifications/apprenticeships), directly enhancing workforce development and employment opportunities through accessible training pathways.85% confidence
Robert J. Wittman (R) · 203 co-sponsors
in committee · Arkansas · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1115: Weather Radar Coverage Improvement Act

HR 1115, the Weather Radar Coverage Improvement Act, requires the National Weather Service to replace its aging NEXRAD radar system by September 30, 2040. The bill mandates a detailed plan including coverage accuracy improvements, a prototype radar test, and a testbed to evaluate commercial radars and small gap-filling systems. It also authorizes the National Weather Service to contract with third-party providers for "radar-as-a-service" to fill coverage gaps, prioritizing entities that participated in the testbed. This directly affects the National Weather Service's infrastructure and aims to enhance severe weather detection capabilities nationwide.
Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Arkansas · Senate Feb 6, 2025

S 469: Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to exempt certain family-owned assets from financial need calculations for college students. Specifically, it removes the net value of a family farm (where the family resides) or a small business (with 100 or fewer full-time equivalent employees) owned and controlled by the family from being counted as assets when determining federal financial aid eligibility. The change applies to need analysis for award years starting after the bill's enactment date. This policy directly affects students from qualifying family farms or small businesses when applying for federal student aid under Title IV programs.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExempts family farm/business assets from financial aid calculations, increasing aid eligibility for students from these backgrounds and enhancing higher education access under the Higher Education Act.92% confidence
Joni Ernst (R) · 13 co-sponsors
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