Arkansas

PCMA Takes Legal Action Against Arkansas Law That Threatens Pharmacy Operations

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Little Rock, Ark. — The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) has initiated legal action to challenge a new Arkansas law that could lead to the closure of numerous pharmacies across the state. This legislation, which was signed into law earlier this year, requires pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to be licensed and adhere to regulations that critics believe could significantly restrict pharmacy operations. The PCMA argues that the law is overly burdensome and operates against the interests of patients who depend on access to medications. The association claims the requirements set forth in the law could … Read more

Game-Changer for Arkansas Dairy: New Law Amplifies Raw Milk Sales and Products

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Little Rock, Arkansas — A significant shift in Arkansas’ raw milk regulations came into effect recently, following the passage of Act 698 by the state legislature. This new law, which took effect on April 16, 2025, removes previous limitations on the sale and distribution of raw milk, opening new opportunities for local dairy farmers and consumers alike. For more than ten years, Arkansas dairy farmers have been permitted to sell raw milk under specific conditions. The latest legislative changes aim to expand these opportunities. Act 698 permits farmers to sell raw milk without the previously … Read more

Arkansas Corrections Board Faces Audit Fallout Over $200,000 Attorney Payment Dispute with Governor Sanders

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — An audit released by the Arkansas Legislative Joint Auditing Committee has revealed that the state Board of Corrections owes attorney Abtin Mehdizadegan over $230,000 related to a lawsuit against Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The report, unveiled during Friday’s committee meeting, stated that the board lacks the means to fulfill the payment obligations under the contracted agreement. According to the audit, as of February 11, the total amount owed to Mehdizadegan stands at $230,108. The auditors suggested that future contracts should be vetted through the State Procurement office and approved during public … Read more

Arkansas Supreme Court Clears Path for TikTok Lawsuit, State Pursues Claims of Misleading Content to Protect Minors

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Supreme Court has allowed the state’s lawsuit against TikTok to proceed, rejecting the social media platform’s request for expedited judicial review. The ruling, issued on Thursday, means the legal battle over TikTok’s alleged deceptive practices will continue in lower courts. The high court determined that TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, can address the issues related to the lawsuit in regular appeal proceedings, rather than through an emergency motion. Justice Barbara W. Webb noted in the court’s four-page ruling that the petitioners have other legal remedies available to them. … Read more