This resolution seeks to authorize the use of the Chamber of the House of Representatives for the meetings of four significant civic engagement programs: the Silver Haired Legislative Session, Leadership Arkansas, Arkansas Girls State, and Arkansas Boys State, for the years 2025 and 2026. The Silver Haired Legislative Session has been a biennial event since 1977, allowing senior citizens to engage in the legislative process. Leadership Arkansas provides participants with a deeper understanding of state government through interactive sessions, while Arkansas Girls State and Arkansas Boys State offer high school juniors immersive experiences in civics education, including mock legislative sessions at the State Capitol.
The resolution highlights the importance of these programs in fostering civic engagement and understanding among different age groups, from senior citizens to high school students. By granting access to the House Chamber, the resolution aims to facilitate these educational experiences, allowing participants to actively engage in the legislative process and learn about government operations firsthand.