Rep. Julie Mayberry

Maddy summaryThis bill is a House Resolution that formally recognizes Coach Dave Wilbers for his achievements as the head coach of the Arkansas Tech University women's basketball program and congratulates him on his retirement. The resolution highlights specific accomplishments during his nineteen-season tenure, including multiple conference championships, NCAA tournament appearances, and a high ranking for total wins among all coaches at the university. Upon passing, a copy of the resolution will be presented to Coach Wilbers by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally recognizes the Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns women's cross country team for winning the Great American Conference Championship. The measure highlights the team's historic first-place finish and acknowledges the individual achievements of specific athletes and coaches involved in the victory. Upon adoption, a copy of the resolution will be presented to Head Coach Gabe Sams as an official gesture of appreciation.

Maddy summaryHR 1046 is a House resolution that formally recognizes the Arkansas Tech University Golden Suns women's cross country team for winning the Great American Conference Championship in October 2025. The bill lists the specific team members, coaches, and individual academic and athletic honors earned by the athletes during the season. It directs the Chief Clerk of the House to present a copy of the resolution to the team's head coach as a gesture of appreciation. This measure is a commemorative action and does not create any new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases the Arkansas homestead property tax credit for property owners, raising the annual reduction in real property taxes from $600 to $675. The change applies to assessment years starting on or after January 1, 2026, directly benefiting homeowners who qualify for the credit. By amending the state code, the legislation provides a slightly larger tax relief amount for eligible residents without altering other tax provisions.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1164 aims to allow physicians and healthcare providers to offer cognitive assessments to specific patients. The bill also mandates that insurance policies must cover these assessments for cognitive function for certain patients. An amendment clarifies that this coverage does not reduce or limit other existing benefits.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 1055 mandates that the State and Public School Life and Health Insurance Program provide coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses. This bill directly affects state and public school employees and their dependents who are covered by this insurance program. It ensures that treatments aimed at slowing the progression of these diseases are covered, provided they align with medical standards in the state and guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Maddy summaryHB 1218 proposes to create a new system for licensing therapeutic recreation specialists. It establishes a "Therapeutic Recreation Practice Act" to govern the practice of this profession. An amendment to the bill clarifies specific exemptions from this new licensure. These exemptions include individuals providing recreational activities for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those supporting individuals with disabilities in community programs like Special Olympics or Miracle League.

Maddy summaryHB 1242 aims to modify the process by which school nurses receive their compensation. The provided text indicates the bill's intent but does not detail the specific mechanisms or provisions for how this compensation will be amended.

Maddy summarySB 526 proposed to prohibit the retail sale of specific disposable vapor products in Arkansas. It defined a "disposable vapor product" as one with a non-detachable battery that cannot be refilled and is designed for disposal after use. The bill would have banned retailers from selling such products if they originated from a "prohibited foreign party." The Director of Arkansas Tobacco Control could seize non-compliant products, with violations being a Class A misdemeanor, although FDA-approved products were exempt. A 90-day grace period was included for businesses to liquidate existing inventory.

Maddy summaryHB 1370 requires public school districts to include additional days or hours in their school calendar specifically for making up missed school days. It clarifies that certain granted makeup days, such as those due to a utility outage, cannot be used for events sponsored by the school district. The bill also directs the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education to establish rules for alternative instruction plans, including virtual learning, to be used on these makeup days. These rules must ensure students remain engaged with the current curriculum.