From Around the Capitol
The Arkansas Legislature is in full swing for the 2013 session. Below are a few photos from around the Capitol Building.
Pain-Capable Unborn Child Act Passes House Public Health Committee
Today members of the House Public Health Committee voted to pass HB1037 by Representative Andy Mayberry.
Rep. Meeks Files Human Trafficking Act of 2013
Representative David Meeks has filed HB1203, the Human Trafficking Act of 2013.
The bill addresses human trafficking and illegal slavery. The bill improves and expands some of Arkansas’ existing laws, and creates a state task force to prevent human trafficking. It also provides additional protection for the victims of human trafficking, and allows them to seek damages through civil action.
If passed, this bill will do a lot of good protecting Arkansans and combating human trafficking.