Arkansas Advocate
Arkansas Advocate intends to show how state government affects the lives of everyday Arkansans so they can make informed decisions about themselves, their families and their communities.
We strive to amplify the voices of all Arkansans. We focus especially on the relationship between people, power and policy.
As an independent, nonpartisan news organization, Arkansas Advocate will keep an eye on the levers of power and those who manipulate them, and hold public officials accountable regardless of party or ideology.
We believe news is a vital community service and ethical journalism a cornerstone of democracy, making us key players in fulfilling Arkansas’ state motto, Regnat Populus: “the people rule.”
Arkansas Advocate proudly publishes the work of independent journalists. If you have a great idea and a passion for ethical, truthful storytelling, we’d love to hear from you. Check out our submission guidelines.
The Advocate also provides a forum for guest commentary on issues of interest to Arkansans. We separate opinion from our news reporting and clearly label each. See our guidelines for submitting opinion columns here.
We welcome other news organizations to republish our work, asking only that they credit us and link back to our original story. See our guidelines for republishing content, graphics and photos.
You can read us for free. We are supported by the generosity of those who believe an informed citizenry strengthens society and who value independent journalism.
Arkansas Advocate is an affiliate of States Newsroom, the nation’s largest state-focused nonprofit news organization, supported by grants and donations. The Advocate retains full editorial independence.
(Source: ArkansasAdvocate.com)
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Chief Justice Karen Baker submits the requested HR report in the ongoing dispute with the Arkansas Supreme Court's administrator. -
The Arkansas ACCESS Act, aiming to overhaul the state's higher education system, has received initial legislative approval amid debates on student rights and funding. -
Arkansas House passes bills modifying citizen-led petition process; absence of emergency clauses delays immediate implementation. -
The Arkansas PBS governing board was preserved after the chairman's discussion with the bill sponsor halted a proposal to dissolve it. -
Arkansas lawmakers halt public comments to pass a bill requiring a disability advocacy group to submit reports to the legislature. -
An Arkansas Senate committee has delayed a bill that would require public school students to watch a human development video, causing the proposal to stall. -
The Arkansas House has passed a bill requiring public school students from fifth grade onward to watch fetal development videos. -
An Arkansas House committee has advanced a bill to criminalize unlawful squatting, aligning with Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders' priorities. -
Arkansas lawmakers propose the 'Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act' to establish presumptive Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women, enhancing prenatal care access. -
Sullivan also proposes loosening the current requirement that library directors hold a master’s degree “from an accredited American Library Association program” -
Sen. Bryan King, R-Green Forest, said he opposed former Rep. Grant Hodges’ employment at a lobbying firm. -
Arkansas farmers are increasingly concerned about the rising costs of migrant visa programs, which are essential for supplementing their shrinking rural workforce.
