Arkansas Legislative Session '05

On January 10th. the Arkansas Legislature will open for the 2005 session. It is anticipated there will be at least 4000 bills submitted and over 3000 passed in the next three months.

Arkansas has recently enacted term limits making for a mix of about one third experienced (meaning more than one term in office), one third with only one session under their collective belts and one third new as of January 1st. this year. There are 35 State Senators and 100 State representatives.

This situation, almost 2/3 of the Legislature both inexperienced and looking at a campaign to get re-elected in less than two years, makes for a lobbyist's dream. Even more so, if he or she has a fist full of PAC dollars in tow. Special interests could have their best session in over 100 years.

The Legislature only meets in full session every other year.

We realize many of you are not from Arkansas, but we believe when it comes to the quality of life, health and the welfare of our Women, Children and Families most States are in the same boat. These issues are under-funded, under-served and in a non-election year a "priority" right after new highways. If you're from the South you're also behind the Game and Fish Department.


We will keep you informed on legislation both national and state as well as health and welfare issued as they develop. We sincerely hope you visit often and give us your feedback.