Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge issued a statement saying that in light of the Arkansas Supreme Court’s decision today in Couch v. Rutledge, she is certifying ballot titles for proposals to raise the minimum wage, authorize casino gaming, and revise the legislative redistricting process. The AG’s Offices stated Rutledge is rejecting a proposal that would legalize […]
Video: 2018 Primary Election Candidates for US, State, County & School Board
Watch video below of the Saline County Political Forum, including U.S., State, County, and School Board candidates speak about their campaign. Eleven candidates each made an opening statement, then answered a question submitted by the student body and a question submitted by the community, then they each made a closing statement. This event was presented by […]
Hutchinson Won’t Seek Re-election for Senate; Hammer Announced Intentions Before Session
UPDATE 09/16/17: Hutchinson (Republican) will not seek re-election to his State Senate seat (Dist. 33) for 2018. More: http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2017/sep/16/not-running-in-2018-sen-hutchinson-says-1/ ORIGINAL 04/27/17: Back in October 2016, State Rep. Kim Hammer (Republican) announced his intentions to run for the Senate seat currently occupied by Sen. Jeremy Hutchinson (R) – District 33. Hutchinson is eligible for another term, but […]
Video: Saline Co. GOP Meeting Features Legislative Update & Both Sides of Bryant Millage
The Saline County Republican Committee hosted three speakers at its monthly meeting Thursday night at the Republican Headquarters in Benton. First was Jon Gilmore, President of Gilmore Strategy Group, who provided an insider overview regarding the current General Session. Next, Amy Ricardo spoke on the pro side of the Bryant millage increase issue and Kenny Wallis spoke […]
Gov. Hutchinson Legislative Priorities for 2017: Tax Cuts, Pre-K, Reading, Fosters & Robert E. Lee
In a news conference Tuesday morning, Governor Asa Hutchinson laid out his full list of priorities for the 2017 legislative session. Each of the announced initiatives fall into one of three categories, consistent with the Governor’s priorities: Economic Development, Education, and Efficiencies and Government Transformation. Here is the outline below. Detailed info is at the […]