The Arkansas Legislative Council convened this week to review key updates affecting state revenues, public assistance programs, healthcare initiatives, and workforce development.

State fiscal officials reported that general revenue continues to remain steady. Arkansas has collected about $2.65 billion in Gross General Revenues so far this fiscal year, slightly above the same point last year by about $14 million. Net General Revenue available for state use now totals roughly $2.27 billion, reflecting an increase of nearly $41 million compared to October 2024.

Council members also examined proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program prompted by the federal One Big Beautiful Act. The new federal requirements would expand the age range of able-bodied adults without depe

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