In the upcoming KASU News, Arkansas might see new laws regulating cryptocurrency mining, specifically prohibiting ownership by citizens from certain countries. There's also a debate on the Arkansas LEARNS Act concerning education. Meanwhile, Jonesboro collaborates with a utility company for a new fire truck purchase.
In other news, Arkansas contemplates a rule removing electronic signatures from voter registration, while a lawsuit challenges the state's shift from gender-neutral driver's licenses. Discussions continue on the ban of so-called critical race theory in schools, and grassroots organizations express concerns over Tennessee's new law allowing school employees to carry guns. Additionally, Jonesboro is organizing a neighborhood cleanup event.
On this episode
00:30 Navigating New Crypto Mining Regulations
02:03 Debate Over Electronic Signatures for Voter Registration in Arkansas
02:36 Challenging Gender Neutral Driver's License Policy in Arkansas
03:23 Debate Over Critical Race Theory in Schools
04:49 Jonesboro Finance Council Committee Resolutions and Agreements
05:34 Discussing the Arkansas LEARNS Act: Education Reform in Focus
07:10 Tennessee's Controversial New Gun Law and Its Implications
08:13 Community Cleanup Initiative in Scenic Hills