Arkansas Legislature Practices COVID-19 Protective Procedures

KUAF | By Jacqueline Froelich

Published January 11, 2021 at 1:35 PM CST

Incoming Arkansas Senate Pro Tem Jimmy Hickey worked with state leaders to craft COVID-19 guidelines for the regular legislative session.

The 93rd Arkansas General Assembly convenes today with lawmakers, staff, lobbyists and the public required to observe strict COVID-19 protective procedures. Incoming Senate President Pro Tem Jimmy Hickey, R-Texarkana, walks us through the new pandemic rules.

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