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The Arkansas General Assembly convened Monday, June 17, for a three-day special session, called by Governor Sarah Sanders. During the session, legislators voted to lower the top individual income tax rate from 4.4% to 3.9% and also to cut the top corporate income tax rate from 4.8% to 4.3%. Both measures are retroactive to January 1 of this year.

Meanwhile, members also passed a measure to increase the homestead tax credit from $425 to $500, and to transfer $290 million to the Restricted Reserve Fund.

Legislators also approved the appropriation for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s budget. (They were not able to pass the agency’s budget during the recent fiscal session.) The income tax cut is expected to total $500 million, and the increased homestead tax credit will total $50 million.

The legislature’s Arkansas Legislative Council (ALC) Occupational Licensing Subcommittee has been meeting in the interim, reviewing individual professional licensure programs. The panel will meet again in August and September and then is scheduled to make final recommendations in October for legislation to be considered during the regular session, which convenes in January.

Northwest Arkansas Home Builders Association Executive Board Appoints New Executive Director: Kat Anderson

Northwest Arkansas, September 5th, 2024 - The Northwest Arkansas Home Builders Association (NWA HBA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kat Anderson as its new Executive Director, effective Thursday, September 5th, 2024. This decision comes following the departure of Shana Kasparek from the organization. Kat Anderson brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the NWA HBA, having previously served in roles that demonstrate her commitment to the home building industry. Alongside Kat, Amy Gober has been appointed as the Marketing & Events Director, contributing her expertise to further enhance the association's outreach and communication efforts. For all future inquiries, please direct your communication to the following contacts: Kat Anderson, Executive Director Email: katanderson@nwabuilders.com Phone: 479-595-4707 Amy Gober, Marketing & Events Director Email: amygober@nwabuilders.com Phone: 479-899-4309 Office 479-651-6688

Let's Golf! Get infront of the Arkansas Home Builders with a Sponsorship.

Save the Date - Thursday, May 16th Click on links for Sponsorships and to Enter. Sponsorships Enter a Team Today We are having a Build Pac Golf Tournament to raise funds for our National Home Builders Association Political Action Fund for the State of Arkansas. BUILD-PAC, NAHB’s bipartisan political arm, helps elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates to federal office and is critical to NAHB’s success on Capitol Hill. Elections matter and have a lasting impact. That’s why it is so important for NAHB members to be engaged in the political process every step of the way. BUILD-PAC’s mission is to elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates to Congress who will protect and promote the home building industry in Washington. It is a grassroots PAC, governed by a Board of Trustees made up of more than 100 NAHB members from across the country. Candidate contributions are recommended by the trustee(s) of jurisdiction and approved by the full board. BUILD-P...

Member Savings Program Introduces Holman

NAHB is excited to introduce the newest Member Savings Program – Holman Fleet & Automotive Services . Save time, energy and money with efficient fleet management, including vehicle sourcing, flexible lease plans and maintenance. NAHB members receive a free first-month lease payment upon signing up. For details and to access this exclusive offer, visit the Holman Member Savings site or contact Sharon Salang .

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