Justin Boyd 4 AR

Arkansas CAN get to zero state income tax responsibly. What we are seeing from our neighbors to the north of us, in MO, is a great example of what that could look like. #pathwaytozero #arpx

Every sunrise over America is a gift, paid for by the courage of those who wear the uniform. From the battlefields of Lexington to the deserts of the Middle East, generations of American warriors have given their tomorrows so we could have ours. To every service member, every veteran, every Gold Star family: THANK YOU. We will NEVER forget. 🇺🇸🦅

Knights of Columbus councils work every day to support those facing hardship in their parishes and neighborhoods. Through charity and service, members respond to needs with compassion and action. If serving others speaks to you, learn more at kofc.org/join

Arkansas’ special session starts Monday—and Pathway to Zero could be on the table. Let families keep more of what they earn. Grow jobs. Strengthen our future. Now’s the time to speak up. 📣 Tell your legislator you support it: bit.ly/3QIlt3E #ARLeg #PathwayToZero

May is Military Appreciation Month—a time to recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. Their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting our freedoms do not go unnoticed. We extend our deepest gratitude to all service members, veterans, and their families. Thank you for your service. I encourage the next generation of Americans to consider serving and continuing this proud tradition. #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #military @USArmy @arkansasguard @NationalGuard @USArmyReserve @USMC @marforres @USCG @USNavy @navy_reserve @usairforce @AirNatlGuard @USAFReserve

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Let us #PrayTogether that everyone, from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food, and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food. #PrayerIntention @clicktopray_en popesprayer.va/praywiththepop…

When the call comes, Special Agents answer. FBI SWAT operators represent the highest level of training, precision, & teamwork—but every journey starts with a decision to serve. We’re hiring Special Agents ready to take that first step. Join the mission. ow.ly/h8QC50YLfCs

Arkansans shouldn’t live in fear that the government will persecute them for their faith. I’m thankful President Trump is investigating the outrageous targeting of Christians under the Biden administration.

The $7.4 billion settlement reached with Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective, capping nearly a decade of work by attorneys general from across the country in pursuing investigations and litigation over Purdue’s and the Sacklers’ role in fueling the opioid crisis. With this settlement becoming legally effective, I am grateful to the countless people who have worked on this case and who have been on the front lines of combating the opioid crisis in Arkansas for many years. Arkansas will receive an estimated $44.5 million of the settlement. As with previous settlements, Arkansas’s portion will be split into thirds, with one third—about $14.8 million—being awarded to the state, which will be managed by my office; one third being awarded to Arkansas municipalities; and one third being awarded to Arkansas counties. The counties’ and municipalities’ portions will be collectively managed by the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership. Fifty-five attorneys general representing all eligible U.S. states and territories previously signed onto the settlement. It resolves litigation against Purdue and the Sacklers for producing and aggressively marketing opioids in the United States, fueling the largest drug crisis in the country’s history. The settlement permanently bars the Sacklers from selling opioids in the U.S. and delivers funds for addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery to communities across the country over the next 15 years. The settlement also means that Purdue’s manufacturing operations transfer effective today to Knoa Pharma LLC, which will be overseen by a board of directors who had no connection to Purdue. The settlement prevents Knoa from marketing opioids and provides for an independent monitor to ensure it provides these medicines in the safest possible manner that limits the risk of diversion. The settlement also requires Purdue and the Sacklers to make public more than 30 million documents related to their opioid business. I am pleased to see Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family held accountable for their actions that perpetuated the opioid crisis across the country, including here in Arkansas. The money from this settlement can never fully repair the lives that were harmed by the proliferation of opioids, but it will aid in our continued commitment to treatment, research, and prevention. tinyurl.com/54dwfx39 #arnews

Enjoyed my time at the Developmental Disability Providers Association Conference this week. Their work is not a job—it’s a calling. Thank you for all you do, and to Former Speaker Bill Stovall for leading a meaningful panel discussion.

Honored and grateful. I'm thankful to my colleagues for placing their trust in me once again to serve as Speaker of the House for the 96th General Assembly.

Earlier this year, the Holy See announced that Venerable Fulton Sheen will be beatified in September. In his recent column for Columbia, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly reflects on Archbishop Sheen’s particular apostolate to the laity, whom he called upon in a special way to share the Gospel through lives of Christian witness. “Archbishop Sheen spent his entire life bringing people to Christ,” writes the supreme knight. “He put enormous talents at the service of God — and he urged all of us, no matter our talents, to do the same.” Read more: bit.ly/420R17k (OSV News file photo)

The Arkansas Legislature just funded another year of universal education freedom. That means Higher test scores. More learning pathways. Students reading at and above grade level. The freedom to choose whatever school best fits your kid.

A lot of people assume one income stream will carry them through retirement. In reality, having more than one strategy in place can help bring stability and flexibility. If you’d like to talk through what your retirement income can look like for you, you can learn more at kofc.org/faa

We can’t wait to celebrate America 250 on July 4! More details coming soon…

Did you know? From the American Revolution through the aftermath of the Mexican War, the United States awarded more than 61 million acres of public land to Veterans and their heirs through bounty land warrants. For a nation with limited financial resources, the bounty land warrants served as an invaluable tool to encourage and reward military service. Read more about Object 2 in the History of VA in 100 Objects digital exhibit: department.va.gov/history/100-ob…

I'm excited to announce I've been named managing editor of the recently formed Newsroom Ventures LLC, parent company of six Arkansas newspapers acquired by @RobyBrock. I'll also be a contributing writer for Talk Business & Politics. I've known Roby 17 years and partnered with him on a lot of stories.

Great to visit with officers from the Little Rock Police Department yesterday for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! Safely disposing of unused medications helps keep our communities healthier and our neighborhoods safer.