Arkansas Republicans

FGA Research Paper Shows How Arkansas is Leading the Country in Post-COVID-19 Economic Recovery

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Regions of the United States, Arkansas Republicans, Hutchinson family, Unemployment, ARKANSAS, United States, Asa Hutchinson

On May 7, 2021, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced that Arkansas would end its participation in federal unemployment bonus programs effective June 26.

Key Points: 
  • On May 7, 2021, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced that Arkansas would end its participation in federal unemployment bonus programs effective June 26.
  • FGA researchers found that his decision to opt-out decreased unemployment spending, increased the number of Arkansans registering for work, and enabled Arkansas employers to hire 160,000 Arkansas workers, helping to fill the record number of open jobs.
  • "Governor Hutchinson's decision to end Arkansas's participation in pandemic-related unemployment programs is a key example of how ending the unemployment bonus is essential to America's economic recovery," said Hayden Dublois, Senior Research Analyst at FGA.
  • FGA expects to see similar results for the states that have decided to opt out of the $300 unemployment bonus.

FRC disappointed after judge temporarily enjoins the Arkansas SAFE Act, but confident the truth will prevail

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Arkansas Republicans, Hutchinson family, Asa Hutchinson, Constitution Project, Adolescence, ARKANSAS

However, FRC is still hopeful that truth will prevail and the facts about harm to children from these procedures will come out.

Key Points: 
  • However, FRC is still hopeful that truth will prevail and the facts about harm to children from these procedures will come out.
  • The law, called the Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act, was overwhelmingly approved by the Arkansas legislature, including (for the first time) overriding Governor Asa Hutchinson's veto.
  • However, we are confident that ultimately state lawmakers will remain free to protect the health and safety of children.
  • The truth about the dangers of these life altering procedures cannot be ignored," concluded Perkins.

New Strategy Positions Arkansas Economy for Rebound and Expansion Post-Pandemic

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
ARKANSAS, Arkansas Republicans, United States

Arkansas natural beauty, economic resilience, and robust workforce are the keys to dynamic economic growth, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson said.

Key Points: 
  • Arkansas natural beauty, economic resilience, and robust workforce are the keys to dynamic economic growth, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson said.
  • Despite this, the report found that Arkansas boasts an array of qualities including affordable housing, family-friendly communities and natural amenities.
  • "Suffice it to say, like the rest of the nation, it has been a challenging year for the state of Arkansas.
  • With targeted action, Arkansas can equip itself to tap into the national knowledge-based economy and attract dynamic talent.

Wake Forest University's Center for the Study of Capitalism Adds Warren Stephens as Executive Affiliate

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Arkansas Republicans, Warren Stephens, Wake Forest University, Center for the Study of Capitalism, Stephens Inc., Stephens, Economy of the United States, United States, Financial services

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Wake Forest University Center for the Study of Capitalism (CSC) today announced thatBusiness School alumnus Warren Stephens is joining CSC as an Executive Affiliate.

Key Points: 
  • WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Jan. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Wake Forest University Center for the Study of Capitalism (CSC) today announced thatBusiness School alumnus Warren Stephens is joining CSC as an Executive Affiliate.
  • "Warren Stephens is a steadfast and thoughtful champion of free-market enterprise," said Christina Elson, Executive Director of the CSC.
  • Mr. Stephens was named president and CEO of Stephens Inc. in 1986, succeeding his father Jack Stephens.
  • "I'm honored to join the Center for the Study of Capitalism," said Warren Stephens.

Hanes Hosiery Donates More Than a Quarter of a Million Face Masks to Support Arkansas Emergency Management

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Thursday, November 19, 2020
Textiles, Medical Supplies, Infectious diseases, Manufacturing, Philanthropy, Fashion, Health, Other Philanthropy, Retail, Clothing, Undergarments, Arkansas Republicans, Hanes, Hanesbrands, Hosiery, Tights, ARKANSAS, Asa Hutchinson

Committed to doing its part to help during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hanes Hosiery has donated 263,000 seamless face masks produced in Clarksville, Arkansas, to the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management.

Key Points: 
  • Committed to doing its part to help during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hanes Hosiery has donated 263,000 seamless face masks produced in Clarksville, Arkansas, to the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management.
  • In true Arkansas spirit, Hanes responded to the needs of its neighbors, and people all over the nation have benefited from personal protective equipment manufactured in Arkansas, said Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson.
  • With this generous donation of masks to our Division of Emergency Management, even more Arkansans will benefit.
  • Hanes Hosiery brands include Silk Reflections, Perfect Nudes, Leg Boost, Absolutely Ultra Sheer, Curves, Perfect Tights, and Perfect Socks.

Federman & Sherwood Investigates Learn Our History Subscription Scam and Mike Huckabee

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Friday, July 17, 2020
Professional services, Retail, Consumer, Legal, Children, Specialty, Mike Huckabee, Arkansas Republicans, American people of German descent, Victory University, Subscription business model, Huckabee, American writers, Baptists, Conservatism in the United States

The law firm of Federman & Sherwood has initiated an investigation of a possible subscription scam into Learn Our History, the company that former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee co-founded in 2011.

Key Points: 
  • The law firm of Federman & Sherwood has initiated an investigation of a possible subscription scam into Learn Our History, the company that former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee co-founded in 2011.
  • Learn our History was formed to make it fun for kids to learn American History.
  • The many requests to cancel the subscriptions are being ignored by Learn Our History, leaving the parents locked into payments for products that they never wanted in the first place.
  • Federman & Sherwood has extensive experience in representing consumers and has been appointed as lead counsel in multiple complex cases.

Arkansas Health & Wellness, Arkansas Total Care and Quest Diagnostics Team Up to Increase Access to COVID-19 Testing in Underserved Communities

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Regions of the United States, Arkansas Republicans, ARKANSAS, Asa Hutchinson

Through this collaboration, Arkansas Health & Wellness and Arkansas Total Care will facilitate the distribution of approximately 1,000 Quest COVID-19 test kits each week to Community Health Centers of Arkansas.

Key Points: 
  • Through this collaboration, Arkansas Health & Wellness and Arkansas Total Care will facilitate the distribution of approximately 1,000 Quest COVID-19 test kits each week to Community Health Centers of Arkansas.
  • "I am delighted to hear of the partnership between Arkansas Health and Wellness (AHW), Arkansas Total Care and the Community Health Centers of Arkansas (CHCA) to increase our real-time testing capacity in Arkansas," said Governor Asa Hutchinson.
  • "I am pleased to see Arkansas Health & Wellness and Arkansas Total Care supporting targeted statewide testing for our health centers.
  • Founded in 2014, Arkansas Health & Wellness and Arkansas Total Care are managed care companies that deliver quality health care throughout Arkansas.

Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee Joins OneShare Health's Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
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IRVING, Texas, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Arkansas Governor and Republican presidential nominee Mike Huckabee has joined the Board of Directors at OneShare Health, an ACA-exempt Christian Health Care Sharing Ministry (HCSM) based in Irving, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • IRVING, Texas, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Arkansas Governor and Republican presidential nominee Mike Huckabee has joined the Board of Directors at OneShare Health, an ACA-exempt Christian Health Care Sharing Ministry (HCSM) based in Irving, Texas.
  • Huckabee, who maintains strong ties to the Christian church, said he was initially drawn to OneShare Health's faith-driven vision.
  • Huckabee served as the 44th Governor of the State of Arkansas from 1996 to 2007.
  • After joining OneShare Health's Board of Directors, Huckabee said he appreciates the strides the company is making towards providing affordable healthcare options.

Hard Work Not Working for Nearly Half a Million Arkansas Households

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Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Development economics, Regions of the United States, Economy, Academic disciplines, Arkansas Republicans, Aid, Poverty, Basic needs, Winthrop Rockefeller, ARKANSAS

The ALICE in Arkansas report, released today by Entergy Arkansas and the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, paints a surprising picture of the scale of financial barriers experienced by nearly half a million households across the state.

Key Points: 
  • The ALICE in Arkansas report, released today by Entergy Arkansas and the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, paints a surprising picture of the scale of financial barriers experienced by nearly half a million households across the state.
  • Based on the Federal Poverty Line (FPL),17 percent of Arkansas households lived in poverty in 2017 and another 24 percent were ALICE households.
  • Results of the report show that the total number of Arkansas households that cannot afford basic needs increased 20 percent between 2007 and 2017.
  • The ALICE in Arkansas report can provide a basis for policies that help make the Arkansas economy work for everyone.

State of Arkansas Wins Five International Awards for Excellence in Digital Government

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Monday, January 27, 2020
Public policy, Government, State, Local, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Software, Internet, Regions of the United States, Arkansas Republicans, ARKANSAS, Information Network of Arkansas, NIC

It is noteworthy that the State of Arkansas is being recognized again for excellence in providing digital government content, said Governor Hutchinson.

Key Points: 
  • It is noteworthy that the State of Arkansas is being recognized again for excellence in providing digital government content, said Governor Hutchinson.
  • These awards are further proof that Arkansas is on the right path in the 21st century digital age.
  • The five awards bring the total award wins for the State of Arkansas in 2019 to a record high 19.
  • The Information Network of Arkansas (INA) is a public-private partnership between the state of Arkansas and the Arkansas Information Consortium (AIC) that helps state government entities Web-enable their information and services.