Arkansas
Arkansas
House of Representatives LowerSenate Upper
Legislative Orientation ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber offer an orientation program for new legislators at the beginning of a term? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Which best describes the length of the New Member orientation program? | Multiple days | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Legislative process/procedure | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Legislative research and bill drafting | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Role of committees/training of chairs/vice chairs | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Engagement with the public or media | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Ethics/conflicts of interest | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Emerging substantive issues ("hot topics") | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following topics are covered in the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Budget process | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Clerk or Secretary's office | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following offices/staff sections are involved in organizing the orientation program or presenting information to legislators during the program (select all that apply)? | Committee staff | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Reimbursement for travel expenses to attend orientation | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Individual meetings with leadership or staff | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Networking opportunities with other newly elected members | |
| House of Representatives | Which of the following resources or opportunities are available to your members at the orientation program (select all that apply)? | Provision of state-issued electronic devices (phones, laptops, etc.) | |
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber permit remote participation in the orientation program? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber provide an orientation program for members elected in a special election? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber provide on-going training opportunities for all members throughout the legislative term? If yes, please note what topics are typically addressed. | No |
Leadership ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Representatives | Is Lt. Governor a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Is President a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Is Speaker a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Speaker? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | How is the Speaker selected and by whom? | Elected | Elected by Members |
| House of Representatives | How long are the terms for the Speaker? | Open-ended response | every 2 years |
| House of Representatives | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Speaker? | Open-ended response | proceed over the general assembly, 3rd in line for Governor if the Governor can't fulfill duties or if the Lt. Governor can't fulfill duties. |
| House of Representatives | Is Pro Tempore a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Pro Tempore? | Yes | yes - 1 person |
| House of Representatives | How is the Pro Tempore selected and by whom? | Appointed | appointed by the Speaker |
| House of Representatives | How long are the terms for the Pro Tempore? | Open-ended response | 2 years |
| House of Representatives | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Pro Tempore? | Open-ended response | Assist the Speaker when needed and fulfill the Speaker's chair if the Speaker is unable to perform his duties |
| House of Representatives | Is Majority Leader a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Majority Leader? | Yes | N/A |
| House of Representatives | How is the Majority Leader selected and by whom? | Appointed | By the members |
| House of Representatives | How long are the terms for the Majority Leader? | Open-ended response | 2 years |
| House of Representatives | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Majority Leader? | Open-ended response | N/A |
| House of Representatives | Is Assistant Majority Leader a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Is Minority Leader a current position in your chamber? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Is there a limit on the number of individuals allowed to hold the position of Minority Leader? | Yes | N/A |
| House of Representatives | How is the Minority Leader selected and by whom? | Appointed | appointed by the members |
| House of Representatives | How long are the terms for the Minority Leader? | Open-ended response | 2 |
| House of Representatives | What are the top 1-2 responsibilities of the Minority Leader? | Open-ended response | N/A |
| House of Representatives | Is Assistant Minority Leader a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Is Majority Whip a current position in your chamber? | No | |
| House of Representatives | Is Minority Whip a current position in your chamber? | No |
Political Caucuses ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber/state have at least one active political party caucus? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | How are political party caucuses organized in your chamber/state? | By chamber rules | |
| House of Representatives | Do the caucuses have written bylaws or other binding rules or customs that govern their meetings? | Yes | |
| House of Representatives | Do the political party caucuses have legislative staff assigned to them? | No | |
| House of Representatives | What role do those caucuses play? | Select leaders or assist in organization of the chamber | |
| House of Representatives | What role do those caucuses play? | Host or participate in social and community events | |
| House of Representatives | Who can attend caucus/delegation meetings? | Members only | |
| House of Representatives | Who can attend caucus/delegation meetings? | Invited guests | |
| House of Representatives | Does your chamber/state have other caucuses based upon interests other than political party? If yes, please specify. | Yes | Sportsman Caucus |
Enrolling Procedures ✓ Available
| Chamber | Question | Answer | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senate | Is the act or chapter number assigned before enrolling? | No (no space or reference) |
Data status for Arkansas
The current standing of every Arkansas record in ILP. If your chamber can update or confirm any of this, contact the ILP editors via the About page.
| Topic | Chamber | Survey record | Status | Last Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolling Procedures | House of Representatives | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Enrolling Procedures | Senate | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Leadership | House of Representatives | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Leadership | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Legislative Orientation | House of Representatives | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Legislative Orientation | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
| Political Caucuses | House of Representatives | Responded | Imported | 2026-07-19 |
| Political Caucuses | Senate | Did not respond | Needs Update | 2026-07-19 |
No specific answers are currently flagged for update.