State/Arkansas

Arkansas

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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.

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