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Hutchinson signs controversial voter ID bill into law

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 19, 2021

Gov. Asa Hutchinson recently signed a bill that requires Arkansas voters to present a photo ID for provisional ballots to be counted while eliminating signature verification requirements for provisional ballots.

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Congressional Record publishes “Free Speech (Executive Calendar)” in the Senate section on March 18

By Natural State News | Mar 18, 2021

“Free Speech (Executive Calendar)“ was published in the Senate section on pages S1638-S1639 on March 18

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“Agent Orange (Executive Calendar)” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on March 17

By Natural State News | Mar 17, 2021

The Congressional Record published “Agent Orange (Executive Calendar)” in the Senate section on March 17.

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“INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on March 17

By Natural State News | Mar 17, 2021

“INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” was published on pages S1613-S1614 of the Congressional Record on March 17.

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“Nomination of Xavier Becerra (Executive Calendar)” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on March 17

By Natural State News | Mar 17, 2021

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “Nomination of Xavier Becerra (Executive Calendar)” on March 17.

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“Nomination of Xavier Becerra (Executive Calendar)” published by the Congressional Record in the Senate section on March 16

By Natural State News | Mar 16, 2021

“Nomination of Xavier Becerra (Executive Calendar)“ was published in the Senate section on pages S1542-S1543 on March 16

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March 16 sees Congressional Record publish “Nomination of Katherine C. Tai (Executive Calendar)” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 16, 2021

The Congressional Record published “Nomination of Katherine C. Tai (Executive Calendar)” in the Senate section on March 16.

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Choate on retirement: 'It was not an easy decision'

By David Beasley | Mar 14, 2021

Ed Choate, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Arkansas, is retiring after more than two decades as head of the nonprofit dental insurance provider.

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University of Arkansas professor receives recognition for contribution of Ozark folk music compilation

By Karla Florez | Mar 13, 2021

University of Arkansas recognized its professor Mary Parler, for her contributions made to the school’s Ozark culture studies and preservation effort, according to a press release.

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Children’s Scholarship Fund alum gives back to organization

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

Nicole Serrato credits support from the Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) and strong female mentorship with inspiring her to become an advocate for children’s education, according to The Walton Family Foundation.

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Arkansas Education Association invites readers to participate in Read Across America

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

The Arkansas Education Association (AEA) is inviting children, parents and families to join the Read Across America celebration, according to a March 2 Facebook post by the AEA.

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Tyson Foods rolls out company vaccination sites, will compensate workers for time lost getting vaccine

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

Tyson Foods recently announced that employees will be compensated for up to four hours of regular pay if they need to receive the vaccine outside of their normal shift or through an external source.

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Cosmic Caverns invites Arkansas visitors to explore underground caves

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism is inviting adventurers to come and see what the underground Cosmic Cavern has to offer.

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Arkansas State University invites aspiring officers to enroll in online criminology program

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 13, 2021

Arkansas State University is inviting students to enroll in the Bachelor of Arts in criminology online program which will set them on a career path in law enforcement.

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Arkansas lawmakers propose overhaul of state's Medicaid private option

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 12, 2021

Arkansas lawmakers are currently proposing that the state’s Medicaid private option be amended after federal courts blocked previous work requirements, according to CBS 5 News. Some experts argue that the private option costs taxpayers more and should be repealed.

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March 10 sees Congressional Record publish “INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 10, 2021

“INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” was published on pages S1458-S1460 of the Congressional Record on March 10.

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March 10 sees Congressional Record publish “Nomination of Merrick Brian Garland (Executive Session)” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 10, 2021

The Senate section of the Congressional Record published “Nomination of Merrick Brian Garland (Executive Session)” on March 10.

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March 10 sees Congressional Record publish “Immigration (Executive Session)” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 10, 2021

“Immigration (Executive Session)“ was published in the Senate section on pages S1440-S1441 on March 10

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March 9: Congressional Record publishes “INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 9, 2021

The Congressional Record published “INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS” in the Senate section on March 9.

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March 9: Congressional Record publishes “Censorship (Executive Session)” in the Senate section

By Natural State News | Mar 9, 2021

“Censorship (Executive Session)” was published on pages S1409-S1410 of the Congressional Record on March 9.