Tagged: Legal

Army of Lobbyists Helped Water Down Banking Regulations

Army of Lobbyists Helped Water Down Banking Regulations

Banking & FinanceLegal

It seemed like a good idea at the time: Red-state Democrats facing grim reelection prospects would join forces with Republicans to slash bank regulations — demonstrating a willingness to work with President Donald Trump while bucking many in their party. read more >

Social Media Bill Spurs Concerns

Social Media Bill Spurs Concerns

LegalTechnology & Telecom

Bill 396, the Social Media Safety Act, would compel social media companies to use a third-party firm to verify ages via a driver’s license or other form of identification. read more >

Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

Affirmative Action Bill Hits Snag in House

LegalCover Story

A bill to end affirmative action in education hiring and outlaw state goals for steering procurement contracts to minority- and women-owned businesses in Arkansas narrowly passed in the Senate before stalling in the House. read more >

Solar Debate and Emerging Law

Solar Debate and Emerging Law

Legal

The Arkansas House voted last Thursday to pass the legislation cutting utility credits to solar power-generating customers basically in half. read more >