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Government & Politics

Biden, Trump Qualify for Arkansas Ballot As Filing Period Begins

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have qualified for the ballot in Arkansas as the filing period for the state's elections next year have kicked off. read more >
Legal

DeSantis Inspires Push to Make Book Bans Easier in Republican-Controlled States

In Arkansas, Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a law, set to take effect this summer, that could impose criminal penalties on librarians who knowingly provide "harmful" materials to minors. read more >
Governor-elect Sarah Huckabee Sanders
Education / Government & Politics / Health Care

From Trump to Governor: Sanders Prepares to Take on New Role

Her legislative priorities include overhauling the state's education system, cutting income taxes and adopting new public safety measures. read more >
Jacob Oliva, senior chancellor for the Florida Department of Education
Education / Government & Politics

Sanders to Nominate Florida Leader As Education Secretary

She credited Jacob Oliva's work implementing Gov. Ron DeSantis' "parental rights policies and bold education reforms." read more >
Gov. Asa Hutchinson presents the final state budget proposal of his term-limited time in office on Nov. 10, 2022
Government & Politics

AP Interview: Hutchinson Says Trump Worst Choice for GOP

The Arkansas governor said he planned to make a decision early next year on whether to seek the Republican presidential nomination. read more >
The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C.
Government & Politics / Health Care / Legal

Major Companies Stay Mum on Thorny Abortion Issue — For Now

Some experts believe companies are holding off weighing in because they want to wait to see the court's final ruling. read more >
Government & Politics / Health Care / Legal

Arkansas, Other States Challenge CDC Transit Mask Rule

Attorney General Leslie Rutledge said the mandate exceeds federal authority. read more >