Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Arkansas
2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council Nominations
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 28 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council Nominations
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* Bulletin No: 2026-18
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is accepting nominations through October 26, 2026, for seats on its 2027 Affordable Housing Advisory Council (Advisory Council). The 14-person Advisory Council provides guidance to the Bank's Board of Directors (B
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AG McCuskey asks Supreme Court to reverse EPA rule threatening West Virginia jobs, energy costs
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 28 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release:
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AG McCuskey asks Supreme Court to reverse EPA rule threatening West Virginia jobs, energy costs
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Attorney General JB McCuskey announced today he is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse a devastating inflationary Biden-era EPA air quality regulation that has raised costs for West Viriginia manufacturers, utilities and farmers. Leading a 25-state coalition with Ke
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Assessment Specialist Joins IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine Team
INDIANA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 28 -- Indiana University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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Assessment Specialist Joins IUP College of Osteopathic Medicine Team
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Clinton Iadanza
Clinton Iadanza, who has more than two decades of experience in education-including assessment, educational research, program evaluation, student support, and continuous quality improvement-has been selected to join Indiana University of Pennsylvania's College of Osteopathic Medicine team as director of
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Colorado State Officials Working With Produce Growers on the Arkansas River to Mitigate Potential Sewage Spill Impacts
DENVER, Colorado, Aug. 29 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release:
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Colorado State Officials Working with Produce Growers on the Arkansas River to Mitigate Potential Sewage Spill Impacts
Pueblo, Colo. -- The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) and the Colorado Department Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) are working with the City of Pueblo, Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment as well as other local, state and f
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Dream Home Inspiration Supports St. Jude Families
SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, Aug. 28 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Southwestern Electric Power, an American Electric Power company, posted the following news release:
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Dream Home Inspiration Supports St. Jude Families
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SHREVEPORT, La. (Aug.28, 2026) - As the 2026 KTBS 3/St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway(r) approaches, community members have an opportunity to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital while exploring ideas that can make homes more comfortable and energy eff
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Education Development Center Issues Commentary: Prevention Works for Children - Adults Need It Too
WALTHAM, Massachusetts, Aug. 29 -- The Education Development Center issued the following commentary on Aug. 28, 2026, by senior research scientist Maria Valenti and Gisela Rots, public health expert and skilled trainer:
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Prevention Works for Children. Adults Need It Too.
She is 47 years old.
She works full-time. She is raising two teenagers while helping her father recover from a stroke. She hasn't exercised for months. She sleeps too little, skips her own medical appointments, and has
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Federal Register: Natural Resources Conservation Service Issues Rescission Notice on Black River Watershed Project in Butler County, Missouri
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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The NRCS Missouri State Office, in coordination with the North Inter-River Drainage District, Reorganized Butler County Drainage District 7, and the Ring Levee District, is rescinding the Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Black River Watershed Project in Butler County, Missouri, which
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First National Bank Arena Prepares for Fall Semester with New Upgrades
JONESBORO, Arkansas, Aug. 28 -- Arkansas State University posted the following news:
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First National Bank Arena Prepares for Fall Semester with New Upgrades
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JONESBORO - As the fall semester begins at Arkansas State University, First National Bank Arena (FNBA) is welcoming fans with several upgrades designed to enhance the experience for attendees.
The arena underwent improvements throughout the summer, including new indoor lighting that creates a brighter atmosphere and allows for li
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Governor Sanders Announces Appointments
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Governor Sanders Announces Appointments
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced the following appointments:
Arkansas Educational Television Commission
Jeremy Gillam, Greenbrier, to the Arkansas Educational Television Commission. Term to expire March 23, 2034. Replaces Woody Freeman.
Kerri Taake, Fort Smith, to the Arkansas Educational Television
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House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-780) on the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act (H.R. 4795). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Aug. 27, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
H.R. 4795, Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026, amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) to prohibit an institution that participates in a nonexpressive commercial boycott of Israel from receiving federal st
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on Advancing Water Research & Collaboration Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-764) on the Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act (H.R. 7889). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose of the Legislation
The purpose of H.R. 7889 is to amend the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to reauthorize the water resources research and technology institutes program, and for other purposes.
Background and Need fo
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-758) on the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 3276). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose of the Legislation The purpose of H.R. 3276 is to direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish the Urban Bird Treaty Program.
Background and Need For Legislation
Birds play key roles
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support & Community Outreach Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-757) on the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act (H.R. 309). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE OF THE LEGISLATION
The purpose of H.R. 309 is to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to provide funding for the National Law Enforcement Museum, and for other purposes.
BACKGROUND AND
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on NOAA Sexual Harassment & Assault Prevention Improvements Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-761) on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Improvements Act (H.R. 2406). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose of the Legislation
The purpose of H.R. 2406 is to amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 to address sexual harassment and sexual assault
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-766) on the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act (H.R. 9436). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 27, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose of the Legislation
The purpose of H.R. 9436 is to amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effective.
Background and Need fo
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on WATERS Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-763) on the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement For Training, Education, Restoration and Science (WATERS) Act (H.R. 6893). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose of the Legislation
The purpose of H.R. 6893 is to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and for other purposes.
Ba
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House Natural Resources Committee Issues Report on Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Land Exchange Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-760) on the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Land Exchange Act (H.R. 3925). The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE OF THE LEGISLATION
The purpose of H.R. 3925 is to provide for a land exchange in San Bernardino County, California, and for other purposes.
BACKGROUND AND NEED FOR LEGISLATION
H.R. 3925, sponsored by Representative Ja
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House Natural Resources Committee Reports Legislation on Illinois Indian Land Settlement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The House Natural Resources Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-762) on bill (H.R. 2827) that aims to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois . The report was advanced by Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 20, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE OF THE LEGISLATION
The purpose of H.R. 2827 is to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for othe
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Missouri's Fred Wellman for Election to Congress
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Missouri's Fred Wellman for Election to Congress
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AFGE says Wellman is a military veteran who will fight for a strong federal workforce
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. -The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of Fred Wellman for election to Congress representing Missouri's 2nd Congress
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Meet the 2026 Paint the Town Green and Gold Entries
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 28 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news:
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Meet the 2026 Paint the Town Green and Gold Entries
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Thirty-two businesses and organizations have entered the 2026 Paint the Town Green and Gold community spirit contest presented by the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce and Arkansas Tech University.
This is the 11th year for Paint the Town Green and Gold, a program that encourages local businesses and organizations to decorate the interior and
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MGMA Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Modifier -25 Payment Reduction
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on Aug. 27, 2026:
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MGMA Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Modifier -25 Payment Reduction
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P, Mail Stop C4-26-05, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD, 21244-1850
Re: File Code CMS-1848-P; Medicare Program; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physici
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NCA Food Bank receives $4,250 in incentives from Entergy Solutions
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Aug. 27 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release:
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NCA Food Bank receives $4,250 in incentives from Entergy Solutions
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MOUNTAIN HOME, AR - The Food Bank of North Central Arkansas (FBNCA) has received a $4,250 incentive from Entergy Arkansas for completing energy-efficiency projects through the Entergy Solutions Core Continuous Energy Improvement (CEI) initiative. The organization can turn every dollar into seven meals, this incentive tr
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Oklahoma Baptist University Welcomes Walsh and Payton to the School of Nursing
SHAWNEE, Oklahoma, Aug. 29 -- Oklahoma Baptist University issued the following news:
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OBU welcomes Walsh and Payton to the School of Nursing
Oklahoma Baptist University is pleased to welcome two new faculty members this fall in the School of Nursing.
Sarah "Katy" Walsh and Claressa Payton are joining the School of Nursing as assistant professors of nursing. Both will teach foundational nursing courses while preparing students for careers rooted in compassionate, Christ-centered patient
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Sanders Announces Nearly $150 Million Awarded in Rural Health Transformation Funds
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Sanders Announces Nearly $150 Million Awarded in Rural Health Transformation Funds
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced $149.3 million in awards to recipients of the first round of Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) grants, established through President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.
The initial funding round will award $55.7 million t
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Senate Intelligence Committee Issues Report on Intelligence Authorization Act for FY 2027
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The Senate Intelligence Committee issued a report (S.Rpt. 119-133) on the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal 2027 (H.R. 4615). The report was advanced by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, on Aug. 5, 2025.
Here are excerpts:
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The Select Committee on Intelligence, having considered an original bill (S. 4615) to authorize appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Intelligence Communi
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Tech Tidbits: Crooms Helps Energize Wonder Boys
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 27 -- Arkansas Tech University issued the following news:
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Tech Tidbits: Crooms Helps Energize Wonder Boys
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De'Rion Crooms is a believer in the "Go to Work" ethos that Roy Thompson, Arkansas Tech University head football coach, has instilled in the Wonder Boys' program.
"We wake up and literally go to work," said Crooms, a senior wide receiver from Baytown, Texas. "No matter how you do it, how you get there...you show up, and you put the work in with energ
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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas and WestStar Bank Award $63K to Las Cruces, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas, Nonprofits
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 27 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas and WestStar Bank Award $63K to Las Cruces, New Mexico, and El Paso, Texas, Nonprofits
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EL PASO, TEXAS, August 27, 2026-Five organizations from the Las Cruces, New Mexico-El Paso, Texas, area received a combined $63,000 from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas' (FHLB Dallas) Partnership Grant Prog
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