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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Quorum Court of Polk County, Arkansas on the question of the issuance of not to exceed $1,680,000 in principal amount of Polk County, Arkansas Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (TPI – Rich Mountain Electric Cooperative Solar Project), Series 2021 (the “Bonds”) on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., or as soon as the matter comes upon the agenda, in the Polk County Office Complex, located at 606 Pine Street, Mena, Arkansas. The Bonds will be issued to finance the acquisition of leasehold improvements, construction of infrastructure and improvements and acquisition and installation of equipment, including solar panels, utilized in environmentally sustainable generation of electricity located on a portion of approximately 9 acres of land within the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Nine (9), Township Two (2) South, Range Thirty (30) West in Polk County, Arkansas owned by Rich Mountain Electric Cooperative and across the highway and north of the church located at 2590 Highway 88 East, Mena, Arkansas (collectively, the “Project”) related to the operations of Today’s Power, Inc. (the “Company”). The Project will be leased by the County to the Company. Any person interested may appear and express their views on the proposed issuance of the Bonds, and such views and comments will be considered by the Quorum Court. This notice is given pursuant to the Arkansas Revenue Bond Act of 1987 and the Municipalities and Counties Industrial Development Revenue Bond Law. The Quorum Court will conduct such hearing in compliance with applicable public health directives, if any.
Dated this 17th day of October, 2021.
Polk County, Arkansas
/s/ Brandon Ellison, County Judge
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Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Quorum Court of Polk County, Arkansas on the question of the issuance of not to exceed $1,680,000 in principal amount of Polk County, Arkansas Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (TPI – Rich Mountain Electric Cooperative Solar Project), Series 2021 (the “Bonds”) on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., or as soon as the matter comes upon the agenda, in the Polk County Office Complex, located at 606 Pine Street, Mena, Arkansas. The Bonds will be issued to finance the acquisition of leasehold improvements, construction of infrastructure and improvements and acquisition and installation of equipment, including solar panels, utilized in environmentally sustainable generation of electricity located on a portion of approximately 9 acres of land within the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Nine (9), Township Two (2) South, Range Thirty (30) West in Polk County, Arkansas owned by Rich Mountain Electric Cooperative and across the highway and north of the church located at 2590 Highway 88 East, Mena, Arkansas (collectively, the “Project”) related to the operations of Today’s Power, Inc. (the “Company”). The Project will be leased by the County to the Company. Any person interested may appear and express their views on the proposed issuance of the Bonds, and such views and comments will be considered by the Quorum Court. This notice is given pursuant to the Arkansas Revenue Bond Act of 1987 and the Municipalities and Counties Industrial Development Revenue Bond Law. The Quorum Court will conduct such hearing in compliance with applicable public health directives, if any.
Dated this 17th day of October, 2021.
Polk County, Arkansas
/s/ Brandon Ellison, County Judge
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LEGAL NOTICE
The regular monthly meeting of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will be held beginning at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, November 18, 2021, at the Cooper Alumni Center, Arkansas State University, 2600 Alumni Blvd., Jonesboro, AR 72401. At that time, regulations and business pertaining to the operation of the Game and Fish Commission and other fiscal and administrative matters will be considered and acted upon. Additionally, Committee meetings attended by Commissioners and agency staff members will be held in the Director’s conference room throughout the day on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Little Rock Office Complex, 2 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205. All interested persons are invited to attend these meetings.
The AGFC Little Rock Office Complex currently is open to the public and COVID-19 guidelines recommended by the Arkansas Department of Health are applicable. The Commission meeting on November 18th will be live-streamed and a link for easy viewing access will be available on the agency website. Please visit the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission website at https://www.agfc.com for additional up-to-date details as the November meeting dates draw closer.
Items on the agenda for the November 18, 2021 meeting will include discussion and/or adoption of proposed regulations that previously were considered at the October 20-21, 2021 Commission Meetings, plus consideration of various Hunting and Fishing Regulations and regulations pertaining to the Enforcement Division of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
All persons wishing to be heard on these subjects should submit comments in writing to this office before the start of the November 18, 2021 meeting (preferably by 4:30 p.m. on the day before). Any request to make an oral presentation at the meeting should be submitted in writing to this office on or before November 8, 2021. Copies of any proposed rules or regulations may be obtained at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission main office and at www.agfc.com, or through a written request mailed to the address below.
AUSTIN BOOTH, DIRECTOR
Arkansas Game & Fish
Commission
Game & Fish Commission Building
2 Natural Resources Drive
Little Rock, Arkansas 72205
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The regular monthly meeting of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will be held beginning at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, November 18, 2021, at the Cooper Alumni Center, Arkansas State University, 2600 Alumni Blvd., Jonesboro, AR 72401. At that time, regulations and business pertaining to the operation of the Game and Fish Commission and other fiscal and administrative matters will be considered and acted upon. Additionally, Committee meetings attended by Commissioners and agency staff members will be held in the Director’s conference room throughout the day on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Little Rock Office Complex, 2 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205. All interested persons are invited to attend these meetings.
The AGFC Little Rock Office Complex currently is open to the public and COVID-19 guidelines recommended by the Arkansas Department of Health are applicable. The Commission meeting on November 18th will be live-streamed and a link for easy viewing access will be available on the agency website. Please visit the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission website at https://www.agfc.com for additional up-to-date details as the November meeting dates draw closer.
Items on the agenda for the November 18, 2021 meeting will include discussion and/or adoption of proposed regulations that previously were considered at the October 20-21, 2021 Commission Meetings, plus consideration of various Hunting and Fishing Regulations and regulations pertaining to the Enforcement Division of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
All persons wishing to be heard on these subjects should submit comments in writing to this office before the start of the November 18, 2021 meeting (preferably by 4:30 p.m. on the day before). Any request to make an oral presentation at the meeting should be submitted in writing to this office on or before November 8, 2021. Copies of any proposed rules or regulations may be obtained at the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission main office and at www.agfc.com, or through a written request mailed to the address below.
AUSTIN BOOTH, DIRECTOR
Arkansas Game & Fish
Commission
Game & Fish Commission Building
2 Natural Resources Drive
Little Rock, Arkansas 72205
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES ,PLAINTIFF
VS.
60JV-20-713
RAQUEL HOLLOWAY, DOB: 01/15/1989, MOTHER, DEFENDANT
A. G., FEMALE, R. H., FEMALE, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
LEON TRICE, LEGAL FATHER OF: DEFENDANT
C. H., MALE, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
GUARDIANSHIP
WARNING ORDER
TO: LEON TRICE AND ANY AND ALL OTHER UNKNOWN LEGAL/PUTATIVE FATHERS AND TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Take notice that on September 28, 2021, a guardianship petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, 10th Juvenile Division, of Pulaski County, Arkansas, to appoint a guardian as to the following juveniles: C.H., A.G. and R.H.
The Guardianship hearing is scheduled for November 22, 2021 at 2:45 p.m. at the Juvenile Justice Center, 10th Division (Via Zoom), 3001 W. Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR., 72204, phone: 340-6700. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and that attorney may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court appoint you an attorney.
At the hearing you have the following rights: (1) the right to be represented by counsel; (2) the right to present evidence on your own behalf; (3) the right to cross-examine adverse witnesses; (4) the right to remain silent; (5) the right to be present; and (6) the right to require the attendance by subpoena of one (1) or more of the professionals who prepared the evaluation.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
PREPARED BY:
Jill Clark, Bar #2018196
Attorney for Plaintiff
P.O. Box 1437-Slot S280
Little Rock, AR 72203
(501) 320-6382
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PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES ,PLAINTIFF
VS.
60JV-20-713
RAQUEL HOLLOWAY, DOB: 01/15/1989, MOTHER, DEFENDANT
A. G., FEMALE, R. H., FEMALE, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
LEON TRICE, LEGAL FATHER OF: DEFENDANT
C. H., MALE, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
GUARDIANSHIP
WARNING ORDER
TO: LEON TRICE AND ANY AND ALL OTHER UNKNOWN LEGAL/PUTATIVE FATHERS AND TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Take notice that on September 28, 2021, a guardianship petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, 10th Juvenile Division, of Pulaski County, Arkansas, to appoint a guardian as to the following juveniles: C.H., A.G. and R.H.
The Guardianship hearing is scheduled for November 22, 2021 at 2:45 p.m. at the Juvenile Justice Center, 10th Division (Via Zoom), 3001 W. Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR., 72204, phone: 340-6700. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and that attorney may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court appoint you an attorney.
At the hearing you have the following rights: (1) the right to be represented by counsel; (2) the right to present evidence on your own behalf; (3) the right to cross-examine adverse witnesses; (4) the right to remain silent; (5) the right to be present; and (6) the right to require the attendance by subpoena of one (1) or more of the professionals who prepared the evaluation.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
PREPARED BY:
Jill Clark, Bar #2018196
Attorney for Plaintiff
P.O. Box 1437-Slot S280
Little Rock, AR 72203
(501) 320-6382
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING AND
PUBLIC HEARING
ARKANSAS ETHICS
COMMISSION
NOTICE is hereby given that the Arkansas Ethics Commission intends to amend its existing Rules on Political Committees and the Rules on Campaign Finance & Disclosure. The proposed amendments to the rules are intended to implement and administer the provisions of Act 1280 of the 2015 Regular Session of the 90th General Assembly, the 2021 Regular Session of the 93rd General Assembly, and to further implement and administer applicable provisions of the laws under the Commission’s jurisdiction. A copy of the proposed, amended rules may be obtained from the Commission, which is located at 501 Woodlane, Suite 301N, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201, telephone (501)-324-9600, and may also be found at www.ArkansasEthics.com.
Interested parties should forward written comments to Graham F. Sloan, Director, Post Office Box 1917, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203-1917, by 5:00 p.m. on November 17, 2021. The Commission will hold a public hearing on Friday, November 19, 2021, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Commission’s office in Little Rock to consider the written submissions and receive oral comments on the aforementioned set of rules.
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PUBLIC HEARING
ARKANSAS ETHICS
COMMISSION
NOTICE is hereby given that the Arkansas Ethics Commission intends to amend its existing Rules on Political Committees and the Rules on Campaign Finance & Disclosure. The proposed amendments to the rules are intended to implement and administer the provisions of Act 1280 of the 2015 Regular Session of the 90th General Assembly, the 2021 Regular Session of the 93rd General Assembly, and to further implement and administer applicable provisions of the laws under the Commission’s jurisdiction. A copy of the proposed, amended rules may be obtained from the Commission, which is located at 501 Woodlane, Suite 301N, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201, telephone (501)-324-9600, and may also be found at www.ArkansasEthics.com.
Interested parties should forward written comments to Graham F. Sloan, Director, Post Office Box 1917, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203-1917, by 5:00 p.m. on November 17, 2021. The Commission will hold a public hearing on Friday, November 19, 2021, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Commission’s office in Little Rock to consider the written submissions and receive oral comments on the aforementioned set of rules.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
NEVADA COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
CASE NO. 50JV-21-26
BRITTANY COLLUMS, PARENT, DEFENDANT
C. R., MALE, DOB: 09/09/2021, A. B., MALE, DOB: 02/17/2018, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
Adjudication
WARNING ORDER
TO: JOSHUA RATCLIFF and all other known and putative fathers.
Take notice that on September 13, 2021 a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Nevada County, Arkansas, to have C.R. DOB: 09/09/21 and A.B. DOB: 02/17/18 declared dependent. Such declaration could result in the juvenile's continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
An adjudication hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 30, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at the Nevada County Courthouse, 215 E. Second Street, Prescott, Arkansas 71857. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
/s/Rita Reyenga
Circuit Clerk
By: /s/Cassie Toliver
Deputy Clerk
Date: 10-8-2021
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NEVADA COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
CASE NO. 50JV-21-26
BRITTANY COLLUMS, PARENT, DEFENDANT
C. R., MALE, DOB: 09/09/2021, A. B., MALE, DOB: 02/17/2018, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
Adjudication
WARNING ORDER
TO: JOSHUA RATCLIFF and all other known and putative fathers.
Take notice that on September 13, 2021 a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Nevada County, Arkansas, to have C.R. DOB: 09/09/21 and A.B. DOB: 02/17/18 declared dependent. Such declaration could result in the juvenile's continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
An adjudication hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 30, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at the Nevada County Courthouse, 215 E. Second Street, Prescott, Arkansas 71857. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
/s/Rita Reyenga
Circuit Clerk
By: /s/Cassie Toliver
Deputy Clerk
Date: 10-8-2021
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
GARLAND COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
CASE NO. 26JV-20-186
JESSIE ASHCRAFT, PARENT, MICHAEL GASTON, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
C.G., DOB: 07/17/2017, FEMALE, O. G., DOB: 07/04/2020, FEMALE
JOSHUA BUTTERFIELD, PARENT OF:
J. B., DOB: 06/01/2006, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: JOSHUA BUTTERFIELD
Take notice that on September 9, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Garland County, Arkansas, to have a guardian appointed for J.B. DOB: 06/0/2006. Such declaration could result in the juvenile’s continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A guardianship hearing on this matter is scheduled for December 1, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at the Garland County Courthouse, 501 Ouachita Avenue, Room 203, Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
/s/Jeannie Pike
Circuit Clerk
By: /s/L. M. Johnson
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 11, 2021
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GARLAND COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
CASE NO. 26JV-20-186
JESSIE ASHCRAFT, PARENT, MICHAEL GASTON, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
C.G., DOB: 07/17/2017, FEMALE, O. G., DOB: 07/04/2020, FEMALE
JOSHUA BUTTERFIELD, PARENT OF:
J. B., DOB: 06/01/2006, JUVENILES, RESPONDENTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: JOSHUA BUTTERFIELD
Take notice that on September 9, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Garland County, Arkansas, to have a guardian appointed for J.B. DOB: 06/0/2006. Such declaration could result in the juvenile’s continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A guardianship hearing on this matter is scheduled for December 1, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at the Garland County Courthouse, 501 Ouachita Avenue, Room 203, Hot Springs, Arkansas 71901. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
/s/Jeannie Pike
Circuit Clerk
By: /s/L. M. Johnson
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 11, 2021
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS
8th JUVENILE DIVISION
IN THE MATTER OF CARTER LEE WEST, DOB: 08/02/2020, A MINOR
NO. JV2020-619
GUARDIANSHIP
WARNING ORDER
TO: JAMES WEST AND LAUREN VIA, AND TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Take notice that on September 8, 2021 a petition for guardianship of the person was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, 8th Juvenile Division, of Pulaski County, Arkansas to appoint guardianship of the following juvenile: Carter Lee West, DOB: August 02, 2020.
A hearing on the appointment of guardianship is scheduled for December 2, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Pulaski County Juvenile Justice Center, 8th Division, 3001 West Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR 72204. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
Circuit Clerk
By: Deputy Clerk
PREPARED BY:
David Overton, Bar #88146
Arkansas Dept. of Human
Services
Office of Chief Counsel
P.O. Box 1437-Slot S280
Little Rock, AR 72203-1437
(501) 320-6309
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PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS
8th JUVENILE DIVISION
IN THE MATTER OF CARTER LEE WEST, DOB: 08/02/2020, A MINOR
NO. JV2020-619
GUARDIANSHIP
WARNING ORDER
TO: JAMES WEST AND LAUREN VIA, AND TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Take notice that on September 8, 2021 a petition for guardianship of the person was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, 8th Juvenile Division, of Pulaski County, Arkansas to appoint guardianship of the following juvenile: Carter Lee West, DOB: August 02, 2020.
A hearing on the appointment of guardianship is scheduled for December 2, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Pulaski County Juvenile Justice Center, 8th Division, 3001 West Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR 72204. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
Circuit Clerk
By: Deputy Clerk
PREPARED BY:
David Overton, Bar #88146
Arkansas Dept. of Human
Services
Office of Chief Counsel
P.O. Box 1437-Slot S280
Little Rock, AR 72203-1437
(501) 320-6309
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Notice of Hearing
The Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission (AOGC) will conduct its monthly hearing beginning on October 26, 2021 beginning at 9:00 a.m., at the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, 3309 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, Arkansas. An alternative location is available for the public to attend at our El Dorado office (2215 W. Hillsboro, El Dorado, AR 71730). The AOGC will hear such applications properly received and scheduled for the hearing, as well as other matters pertaining to the AOGC. Due to the length of some docketed items, the hearing may continue into the following day. Hearing agendas, or information concerning or copies of the applications are available for inspection and review at the Energy & Environment Headquarters office in North Little Rock, Arkansas at 5301 Northshore Drive, North Little Rock, AR, Phone: 501-683-5814; or may be viewed at AOGC’s website at http://www.aogc.state.ar.us.
Inquiries should be directed to the Legal Division, at the North Little Rock address, or by e-mail at objections@aogc.state.ar.us. Any parties who propose to oppose a filed application, shall notify, in writing, or via e-mail at objections@aogc.state.ar.us, the Hearing Officer or Director of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, and the Applicant’s Attorney no later than the close of business on the Friday before the scheduled public hearing date indicated on the Hearing Agenda.
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The Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission (AOGC) will conduct its monthly hearing beginning on October 26, 2021 beginning at 9:00 a.m., at the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, 3309 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, Arkansas. An alternative location is available for the public to attend at our El Dorado office (2215 W. Hillsboro, El Dorado, AR 71730). The AOGC will hear such applications properly received and scheduled for the hearing, as well as other matters pertaining to the AOGC. Due to the length of some docketed items, the hearing may continue into the following day. Hearing agendas, or information concerning or copies of the applications are available for inspection and review at the Energy & Environment Headquarters office in North Little Rock, Arkansas at 5301 Northshore Drive, North Little Rock, AR, Phone: 501-683-5814; or may be viewed at AOGC’s website at http://www.aogc.state.ar.us.
Inquiries should be directed to the Legal Division, at the North Little Rock address, or by e-mail at objections@aogc.state.ar.us. Any parties who propose to oppose a filed application, shall notify, in writing, or via e-mail at objections@aogc.state.ar.us, the Hearing Officer or Director of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission, and the Applicant’s Attorney no later than the close of business on the Friday before the scheduled public hearing date indicated on the Hearing Agenda.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
In compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act of the State of Arkansas (Act 434 of 1967), notice is hereby given that the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board proposes to promulgate rules concerning the alcoholic beverage industry in the state of Arkansas.
The Board will consider rules in the following areas: distiller or liquor manufacturer products; retailer purchase only from permitted wholesaler; manufacturer to sell only to wholesalers; permits for excursion trains; alcoholic beverage deliveries by specific permittees; advertising for microbrewery-private club restaurants; direct shipment of vinous liquor, or mead; definition of mead; and native brandy permits.
The public comment hearing will be held on November 17, 2021, at the hour of 9:00 a.m., in the fifth-floor conference room, 1515 West Seventh Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. All interested parties will be afforded an opportunity to present their views at the hearing. The proposed rule is available on our website at: https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/alcoholic-beverage-control
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division will accept written comments on the proposed rule from October 17, 2021 to November 17, 2021. Please send comments to: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, 101 W. CAPITOL AVE, SUITE 401, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
All inquiries concerning the public comment hearing should be directed to Michael Lewis, Staff Attorney, ABC Division, 101 W. Capitol Ave, Suite 401, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201.
DORALEE CHANDLER,
DIRECTOR
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL DIVISION
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
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In compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act of the State of Arkansas (Act 434 of 1967), notice is hereby given that the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board proposes to promulgate rules concerning the alcoholic beverage industry in the state of Arkansas.
The Board will consider rules in the following areas: distiller or liquor manufacturer products; retailer purchase only from permitted wholesaler; manufacturer to sell only to wholesalers; permits for excursion trains; alcoholic beverage deliveries by specific permittees; advertising for microbrewery-private club restaurants; direct shipment of vinous liquor, or mead; definition of mead; and native brandy permits.
The public comment hearing will be held on November 17, 2021, at the hour of 9:00 a.m., in the fifth-floor conference room, 1515 West Seventh Street, Little Rock, Arkansas. All interested parties will be afforded an opportunity to present their views at the hearing. The proposed rule is available on our website at: https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/alcoholic-beverage-control
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division will accept written comments on the proposed rule from October 17, 2021 to November 17, 2021. Please send comments to: The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division, 101 W. CAPITOL AVE, SUITE 401, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
All inquiries concerning the public comment hearing should be directed to Michael Lewis, Staff Attorney, ABC Division, 101 W. Capitol Ave, Suite 401, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201.
DORALEE CHANDLER,
DIRECTOR
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL DIVISION
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
LINCOLN COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
CASE NO. 40JV-21-22
HEATHER WINCHESTER, PARENT, DEFENDANT
AXEL ARYAN CARRINGTON, MALE, DOB: 04/19/2021, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMIANTION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: HEATHER WINCHESTER AND JOHNATHAN CARRINGTON
Take notice that on April 23, 2020 a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Lincoln County, Arkansas, to have A.C.., DOB: 04/19/21; declared dependent-neglected. Such declaration could result in the juveniles's continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 8, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 300 S. Drew St., Star City, AR 71667. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
Cindy Glover, Circuit Clerk
By: Deputy Clerk
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LINCOLN COUNTY, ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
CASE NO. 40JV-21-22
HEATHER WINCHESTER, PARENT, DEFENDANT
AXEL ARYAN CARRINGTON, MALE, DOB: 04/19/2021, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMIANTION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: HEATHER WINCHESTER AND JOHNATHAN CARRINGTON
Take notice that on April 23, 2020 a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Lincoln County, Arkansas, to have A.C.., DOB: 04/19/21; declared dependent-neglected. Such declaration could result in the juveniles's continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 8, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 300 S. Drew St., Star City, AR 71667. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
Cindy Glover, Circuit Clerk
By: Deputy Clerk
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §20-76-201, 20-77-107, & 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Medicaid State Plan and the Provider Manual to establish rules implementing a new Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver, the Arkansas Health and Opportunity for Me Program (ARHOME). DMS adds clarification concerning individuals identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native (AI/AN) and outlines cost-sharing parameters and limitations. DMS adds to the State Plan that individuals identified as AI/AN will not be required to enroll in a qualified health plan but may choose to opt in. AI/AN individuals that opt in are subject to federal poverty level eligibility determinations and coverage will begin 30 days prior to the date an application is submitted. AI/AN individuals who chose not to opt into a qualified health plan will receive an alternative benefit plan. DMS also adds that individuals with household income above 20% of the federal poverty limit and who are awaiting assignment to a qualified health plan shall pay cost sharing. DMS outlines six bands of cost sharing based on an individual’s federal poverty level and that cost-sharing may not exceed 5% of the lowest level of income within each band. Also, individuals below 20% of the federal poverty level, those deemed medically frail, or those identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native, individuals aged 19-20 years who receive EPSDT services, and pregnancy-related services are not subject to cost sharing.
DMS updates the Provider Manual to reflect the ARHOME cost sharing. Beneficiaries with household income above 20% of the federal poverty level shall pay cost shares. The minimum copays for certain services are listed in the manual. A beneficiaries’ total copayment obligations are capped each quarter for each of the six cost sharing bands. DMS lists the cap amounts per quarter for each band. Beneficiaries with household income over 100% of the federal poverty level, who are enrolled in a qualified health plan, are subject to a monthly premium. DMS lists the monthly premium amount in the manual.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 12th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 27, at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84357627289. The webinar ID is 843 5762 7289. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed, and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color, or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §20-76-201, 20-77-107, & 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Medicaid State Plan and the Provider Manual to establish rules implementing a new Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver, the Arkansas Health and Opportunity for Me Program (ARHOME). DMS adds clarification concerning individuals identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native (AI/AN) and outlines cost-sharing parameters and limitations. DMS adds to the State Plan that individuals identified as AI/AN will not be required to enroll in a qualified health plan but may choose to opt in. AI/AN individuals that opt in are subject to federal poverty level eligibility determinations and coverage will begin 30 days prior to the date an application is submitted. AI/AN individuals who chose not to opt into a qualified health plan will receive an alternative benefit plan. DMS also adds that individuals with household income above 20% of the federal poverty limit and who are awaiting assignment to a qualified health plan shall pay cost sharing. DMS outlines six bands of cost sharing based on an individual’s federal poverty level and that cost-sharing may not exceed 5% of the lowest level of income within each band. Also, individuals below 20% of the federal poverty level, those deemed medically frail, or those identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native, individuals aged 19-20 years who receive EPSDT services, and pregnancy-related services are not subject to cost sharing.
DMS updates the Provider Manual to reflect the ARHOME cost sharing. Beneficiaries with household income above 20% of the federal poverty level shall pay cost shares. The minimum copays for certain services are listed in the manual. A beneficiaries’ total copayment obligations are capped each quarter for each of the six cost sharing bands. DMS lists the cap amounts per quarter for each band. Beneficiaries with household income over 100% of the federal poverty level, who are enrolled in a qualified health plan, are subject to a monthly premium. DMS lists the monthly premium amount in the manual.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 12th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 27, at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84357627289. The webinar ID is 843 5762 7289. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed, and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color, or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Prosthetic/DME (Durable Medical Equipment) Provider Manual and the Medicaid State Plan to include coverage for Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM). Act 643 of the 93rd General Assembly requires Arkansas Medicaid to cover the costs of CGMs and related supplies. Authorized procedure codes are updated and provided via an embedded hyperlink. The Medicaid State Plan is updated with the coverage criteria including amount, duration, and scope. Medicaid payments for the CGMs and related supplies are calculated using the Medicare rate methodology used by Medicaid. The projected annual cost of this change for state fiscal year (SFY) 2022 is $2,093,399 ($594,107 state portion with a federal match of $1,499,293) and for SFY 2023 is $4,186,799 ($1,188,213 state portion with a federal match of $2,998,585).
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 11, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people. This notice also shall be posted at the local office of the Division of County Operations (DCO) of DHS in every county in the state.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85292090330. The webinar ID is 852 9209 0330. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed, and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color, or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Prosthetic/DME (Durable Medical Equipment) Provider Manual and the Medicaid State Plan to include coverage for Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM). Act 643 of the 93rd General Assembly requires Arkansas Medicaid to cover the costs of CGMs and related supplies. Authorized procedure codes are updated and provided via an embedded hyperlink. The Medicaid State Plan is updated with the coverage criteria including amount, duration, and scope. Medicaid payments for the CGMs and related supplies are calculated using the Medicare rate methodology used by Medicaid. The projected annual cost of this change for state fiscal year (SFY) 2022 is $2,093,399 ($594,107 state portion with a federal match of $1,499,293) and for SFY 2023 is $4,186,799 ($1,188,213 state portion with a federal match of $2,998,585).
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 11, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people. This notice also shall be posted at the local office of the Division of County Operations (DCO) of DHS in every county in the state.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85292090330. The webinar ID is 852 9209 0330. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed, and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color, or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING IN
THE MATTER OF WEST
PULASKI FIRE PROTECTION
DISTRICT #23 AND #109.
PURSUANT TO ARKANSAS CODE ANNOTATED SECTION 14-284-208(3)(b):
Please be advised a public hearing will be held 7 p.m. on October 28, 2021 at the Ferndale Extension Building located at 27021 Kanis Rd. in Pulaski County for the purpose of nominating and electing candidates for two expiring positions on the West Pulaski Fire Protection Board of Commissioners District #23 (Pulaski Co.) and #109 (Saline Co.).
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THE MATTER OF WEST
PULASKI FIRE PROTECTION
DISTRICT #23 AND #109.
PURSUANT TO ARKANSAS CODE ANNOTATED SECTION 14-284-208(3)(b):
Please be advised a public hearing will be held 7 p.m. on October 28, 2021 at the Ferndale Extension Building located at 27021 Kanis Rd. in Pulaski County for the purpose of nominating and electing candidates for two expiring positions on the West Pulaski Fire Protection Board of Commissioners District #23 (Pulaski Co.) and #109 (Saline Co.).
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 20-76-201, 20 77-107, and 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) is removing procedure codes from the Arkansas Medicaid Provider Manuals as codes are not Rules (see Arkansas Code 25-15-202(9)(B)(iv)). The revision will also bring all components of the DMS payment policy up to date now that the new interChange system is fully implemented, replacing the Medicaid Management Information System. The revision also allows DMS to make updates in a timely manner when the national procedure codes and billing criteria change.
Rate codes are removed from the text of the following manuals: Adult Behavioral Health, ARKids First-B, Certified Nurse Midwife, Child Health Services/EPSDT, Children’s Services Targeted Case Management, Chiropractic, Dental, Federally-Qualified Health Center, Hearing, Home Health, Hospital, Hyperalimentation, Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Behavioral Health, Physician, Podiatrist, Portable X-Ray, Private Duty Nursing, Prosthetics, Rehabilitative Hospital, Rural Health Clinic, School-Based Mental Health, Transportation, Ventilator Equipment, and Vision. The procedure codes are being replaced with hyperlinks directing users to the Procedure Code Linking Table.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85885137416. The webinar ID is 85885137416. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 20-76-201, 20 77-107, and 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) is removing procedure codes from the Arkansas Medicaid Provider Manuals as codes are not Rules (see Arkansas Code 25-15-202(9)(B)(iv)). The revision will also bring all components of the DMS payment policy up to date now that the new interChange system is fully implemented, replacing the Medicaid Management Information System. The revision also allows DMS to make updates in a timely manner when the national procedure codes and billing criteria change.
Rate codes are removed from the text of the following manuals: Adult Behavioral Health, ARKids First-B, Certified Nurse Midwife, Child Health Services/EPSDT, Children’s Services Targeted Case Management, Chiropractic, Dental, Federally-Qualified Health Center, Hearing, Home Health, Hospital, Hyperalimentation, Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Behavioral Health, Physician, Podiatrist, Portable X-Ray, Private Duty Nursing, Prosthetics, Rehabilitative Hospital, Rural Health Clinic, School-Based Mental Health, Transportation, Ventilator Equipment, and Vision. The procedure codes are being replaced with hyperlinks directing users to the Procedure Code Linking Table.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85885137416. The webinar ID is 85885137416. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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NOTICE OF MEETING
Notice is hereby given by the Gravel Ridge Sewer Improvement District #213 of Pulaski County, Arkansas ("District"), that the Board of Commissioners of the District will have a meeting at 2:00 o’clock p.m. on the 12th day of October, 2021 at the office of Halff Associates, 5318 John F. Kennedy Blvd., N. Little Rock, Arkansas. The purpose of the meeting is to consider a resolution authorizing the issuance of sewer revenue bonds and establishing rates to be charged for services rendered by the District’s sewer system and to take any such other actions that are before the Board of Commissioners.
This 10th day of October, 2021.
/s/Dan Bernal
Chairman
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Notice is hereby given by the Gravel Ridge Sewer Improvement District #213 of Pulaski County, Arkansas ("District"), that the Board of Commissioners of the District will have a meeting at 2:00 o’clock p.m. on the 12th day of October, 2021 at the office of Halff Associates, 5318 John F. Kennedy Blvd., N. Little Rock, Arkansas. The purpose of the meeting is to consider a resolution authorizing the issuance of sewer revenue bonds and establishing rates to be charged for services rendered by the District’s sewer system and to take any such other actions that are before the Board of Commissioners.
This 10th day of October, 2021.
/s/Dan Bernal
Chairman
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends Section I f the General Provider Manual to incorporate Acts 767 and 829 of the 93rd General Assembly. DMS adds that an originating site includes the home of a client. DMS clarifies that only originating sites operated by a licensed or certified healthcare professional or entity are eligible to bill a facility fee. DMS also adds criteria to establish a professional relationship for health care providers licensed in Arkansas who have access to the personal health record maintained by a health care professional and uses technology deemed appropriate to diagnose and treat. Telemedicine Exclusions are added. The exclusion to telemedicine includes audio only communication (unless the communication is in real-time, is interactive, and substantially meets the requirements for a health care service that would otherwise be covered by the health benefit plan); fax machines; text messaging; or email.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 19, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86967967222. The webinar ID is 869 6796 7222. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends Section I f the General Provider Manual to incorporate Acts 767 and 829 of the 93rd General Assembly. DMS adds that an originating site includes the home of a client. DMS clarifies that only originating sites operated by a licensed or certified healthcare professional or entity are eligible to bill a facility fee. DMS also adds criteria to establish a professional relationship for health care providers licensed in Arkansas who have access to the personal health record maintained by a health care professional and uses technology deemed appropriate to diagnose and treat. Telemedicine Exclusions are added. The exclusion to telemedicine includes audio only communication (unless the communication is in real-time, is interactive, and substantially meets the requirements for a health care service that would otherwise be covered by the health benefit plan); fax machines; text messaging; or email.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 19, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86967967222. The webinar ID is 869 6796 7222. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
NO. 72JV-20-569-3
ASHTYN TUCKER, PARENT
MARC CURTIS, PARENT, DEFENDANTS
ROWAN TUCKER, DOB: 08/24/2020, MALE, JUVENILE ,RESPONDENT
TPR
WARNING ORDER
TO: MARC CURTIS, LEGAL PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on September 27, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court of Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your rights terminated as to R. T., DOB: 08/24/2020. Such declaration could result in the juvenile’s continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A TPR hearing on this matter is scheduled for October 28, 2021 at 9:30 AM at the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile division, 123 North College Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to (A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgement of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed and decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Courthouse
280 N. College Ave., Ste. 302
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Ember McIntosh
Dep. Clerk
Date: October 7th, 2021
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WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PETITIONER
VS.
NO. 72JV-20-569-3
ASHTYN TUCKER, PARENT
MARC CURTIS, PARENT, DEFENDANTS
ROWAN TUCKER, DOB: 08/24/2020, MALE, JUVENILE ,RESPONDENT
TPR
WARNING ORDER
TO: MARC CURTIS, LEGAL PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on September 27, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court of Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your rights terminated as to R. T., DOB: 08/24/2020. Such declaration could result in the juvenile’s continued removal from your custody and placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A TPR hearing on this matter is scheduled for October 28, 2021 at 9:30 AM at the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile division, 123 North College Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to (A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgement of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed and decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Courthouse
280 N. College Ave., Ste. 302
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Ember McIntosh
Dep. Clerk
Date: October 7th, 2021
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR REZONING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Ward, Arkansas, will conduct a Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m. on October 25, 2021, at Ward City Hall, Council/Court Room located at 405 Hickory Street.
This public hearing is for the purpose of reviewing a request for the Rezoning of 1300 block 2nd Street (Hwy 367)
The current Zone is C-1 to new Zone of R-2.
A tract of land being in part of the southeast quarter of section 33, township 5 north, range 9 west, Lonoke county, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at a point, said point being the southwest corner of said southeast quarter; thence along the west line of said southeast quarter NO°36’34”E a distance of 1391.11 feet to a point; thence leaving said west line, N86°12’13’E a distance of 885.91 feet to a set rebar, said point being at the point of beginning; thence N32°32’10”E a distance of 735.03 feet to a set rebar, said point being on the southerly line of Deerfield Estates, Phase 4; thence along said southerly line the following seven (7) calls; S58°20’25”E a distance of 120.67 feet to a set rebar; thence N37°41’18”E a distance of 12.15 feet to a set rebar; thence s52°18’42”E a distance of 50.00 feet to a set rebar; thence S37°41’18”W a distance of 25.79 feet to a set rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 240.00 feet to a set rebar; thence S83°35’16”E a distance of 58.50 feet to a set rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 120.00 feet to a found rebar, said point being at the southwest corner of Lot 60, Deerfield Estates Phase 2; thence along the southerly line of Deerfield Estates Phase 2, S52°18’51"E a distance of 120.00 feet to a found rebar; thence s43°42’41”E a distance of 50.57 feet to a found rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 125.00 feet to a found rebar, said point being on the westerly right-of-way of Arkansas Highway 367;thence along said right-of-way, S37°41’18”W a distance of 351.63 feet to a set rebar; thence leaving said right-of-way N49°22’42”W a distance of 335.10 feet to a set rebar; thence s 86°12’13”W a distance of 633.17 feet to the point of beginning. Said tract of land contains 9.02 acres more or less.
Lonoke County, Arkansas.
Any person may offer testimony, either orally at the meeting or by letter to the Ward Planning Commission, in support of or in opposition to the request. Questions about the request and/or review process should be directed to Jason McKee at 501-843-7686.
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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN APPLICATION FOR REZONING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Ward, Arkansas, will conduct a Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m. on October 25, 2021, at Ward City Hall, Council/Court Room located at 405 Hickory Street.
This public hearing is for the purpose of reviewing a request for the Rezoning of 1300 block 2nd Street (Hwy 367)
The current Zone is C-1 to new Zone of R-2.
A tract of land being in part of the southeast quarter of section 33, township 5 north, range 9 west, Lonoke county, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at a point, said point being the southwest corner of said southeast quarter; thence along the west line of said southeast quarter NO°36’34”E a distance of 1391.11 feet to a point; thence leaving said west line, N86°12’13’E a distance of 885.91 feet to a set rebar, said point being at the point of beginning; thence N32°32’10”E a distance of 735.03 feet to a set rebar, said point being on the southerly line of Deerfield Estates, Phase 4; thence along said southerly line the following seven (7) calls; S58°20’25”E a distance of 120.67 feet to a set rebar; thence N37°41’18”E a distance of 12.15 feet to a set rebar; thence s52°18’42”E a distance of 50.00 feet to a set rebar; thence S37°41’18”W a distance of 25.79 feet to a set rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 240.00 feet to a set rebar; thence S83°35’16”E a distance of 58.50 feet to a set rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 120.00 feet to a found rebar, said point being at the southwest corner of Lot 60, Deerfield Estates Phase 2; thence along the southerly line of Deerfield Estates Phase 2, S52°18’51"E a distance of 120.00 feet to a found rebar; thence s43°42’41”E a distance of 50.57 feet to a found rebar; thence S52°18’42”E a distance of 125.00 feet to a found rebar, said point being on the westerly right-of-way of Arkansas Highway 367;thence along said right-of-way, S37°41’18”W a distance of 351.63 feet to a set rebar; thence leaving said right-of-way N49°22’42”W a distance of 335.10 feet to a set rebar; thence s 86°12’13”W a distance of 633.17 feet to the point of beginning. Said tract of land contains 9.02 acres more or less.
Lonoke County, Arkansas.
Any person may offer testimony, either orally at the meeting or by letter to the Ward Planning Commission, in support of or in opposition to the request. Questions about the request and/or review process should be directed to Jason McKee at 501-843-7686.
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: 20-77-107, 25-10-129, and 20-76-201.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) revises Section II of the Pharmacy Provider Manual. The 93rd General Assembly enacted Act 758 allowing six (6) prescription refills per month. Act 758 also included additional medications that do not count against the monthly prescription benefit cap. These medications are prescriptions for high blood pressure, hypercholesterolemia, blood modifiers, diabetes, and respiratory inhalers.
DMS amends Section II of the Pharmacy Provider Manual and the Medicaid State Plan to replace the term beneficiary with client. DMS changes sections that limited clients to three prescription refills per month to reflect the allowance of six (6) refills. DMS also adds prescriptions for treatment of high blood pressure, treatment of hypercholesterolemia, treatment of diabetes, blood modifier medications, and inhalers to treat respiratory illness to the list of medications that do not count against the monthly prescription cap. DMS adds that Living Choices Assisted Living Program clients are eligible for up to nine (9) medically necessary prescriptions per month. DMS adds that the client is responsible for paying for their own medications for the remainder of the month when the client has received the maximum monthly benefit or the maximum monthly extended benefit and deletes the “Extension of Benefits” section. Lastly, DMS deletes language requiring a new, original prescription to continue drug therapy beyond five refills or six months and adds that refills shall be in accordance with federal and state laws.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87044183305. The webinar ID is 870 4418 3305. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: 20-77-107, 25-10-129, and 20-76-201.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) revises Section II of the Pharmacy Provider Manual. The 93rd General Assembly enacted Act 758 allowing six (6) prescription refills per month. Act 758 also included additional medications that do not count against the monthly prescription benefit cap. These medications are prescriptions for high blood pressure, hypercholesterolemia, blood modifiers, diabetes, and respiratory inhalers.
DMS amends Section II of the Pharmacy Provider Manual and the Medicaid State Plan to replace the term beneficiary with client. DMS changes sections that limited clients to three prescription refills per month to reflect the allowance of six (6) refills. DMS also adds prescriptions for treatment of high blood pressure, treatment of hypercholesterolemia, treatment of diabetes, blood modifier medications, and inhalers to treat respiratory illness to the list of medications that do not count against the monthly prescription cap. DMS adds that Living Choices Assisted Living Program clients are eligible for up to nine (9) medically necessary prescriptions per month. DMS adds that the client is responsible for paying for their own medications for the remainder of the month when the client has received the maximum monthly benefit or the maximum monthly extended benefit and deletes the “Extension of Benefits” section. Lastly, DMS deletes language requiring a new, original prescription to continue drug therapy beyond five refills or six months and adds that refills shall be in accordance with federal and state laws.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87044183305. The webinar ID is 870 4418 3305. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Medicaid State Plan and the Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) provider manual. Act 764 of the 93rd General Assembly requires DMS to revise the Medicaid rule and allow four additional types of professionally licensed clinicians to provide core services in FQHCs. Core services provided by licensed certified social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed mental health counselors and licensed marriage and family therapists are added to the FQHC core services.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20th,2021, at 11:30 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86263838370. The webinar ID is 862 6383 8370. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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The Director of the Division of Medical Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 25-10-129, 20-76-201, and 20-77-107.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Medical Services (DMS) amends the Medicaid State Plan and the Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) provider manual. Act 764 of the 93rd General Assembly requires DMS to revise the Medicaid rule and allow four additional types of professionally licensed clinicians to provide core services in FQHCs. Core services provided by licensed certified social workers, licensed professional counselors, licensed mental health counselors and licensed marriage and family therapists are added to the FQHC core services.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8th, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 20th,2021, at 11:30 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86263838370. The webinar ID is 862 6383 8370. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502035775
/s/Elizabeth Pitman
Elizabeth Pitman, Director
Division of Medical Services
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§20-76-201, 20-77-107 and 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) rescinds the Occupational, Physical, and Speech Language Therapy Services Manual and replaces it with a new Occupational, Physical, and Speech Language Therapy Services Manual. DDS adds telemedicine services requirements to the manual, including a hyperlink to billable telecommunication codes. DDS adds to the Retrospective Review Section that the Quality Improvement Organization will review all billed services delivered via telemedicine. DDS also re-organizes the manual, removes duplications, and makes technical changes. Procedure codes and evaluation instruments are removed and replaced with hyperlinks. Medically necessary occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology services reimbursement criteria for weekly services is added.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89990074908. The webinar ID is 899 9007 4908. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502024674
Melissa Stone, Director
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
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The Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§20-76-201, 20-77-107 and 25-10-129.
Effective January 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) rescinds the Occupational, Physical, and Speech Language Therapy Services Manual and replaces it with a new Occupational, Physical, and Speech Language Therapy Services Manual. DDS adds telemedicine services requirements to the manual, including a hyperlink to billable telecommunication codes. DDS adds to the Retrospective Review Section that the Quality Improvement Organization will review all billed services delivered via telemedicine. DDS also re-organizes the manual, removes duplications, and makes technical changes. Procedure codes and evaluation instruments are removed and replaced with hyperlinks. Medically necessary occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology services reimbursement criteria for weekly services is added.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
A public hearing by remote access only through a Zoom webinar will be held on October 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. and public comments may be submitted at the hearing. Individuals can access this public hearing at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89990074908. The webinar ID is 899 9007 4908. If you would like the electronic link, “one-tap” mobile information, listening only dial-in phone numbers, or international phone numbers, please contact ORP at ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502024674
Melissa Stone, Director
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
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NOTICE OF RULE MAKING
The Director of the Division of County Operations of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 20-76-201, and 25-10-129.
Effective April 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of County Operations (DCO) revises the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Certification Manual sections covering expedited cases. The revisions align current SNAP policy with federal SNAP regulations and ease undue hardships on clients. The changes remove examples and business processes and clarify and standardize language. Also, households granted expedited service will receive the most appropriate certification period if all eligibility requirements are met at the initial interview. Those with verification postponed at the initial interview will be certified for one or two months depending on their application date. Postponed verification must be returned by the end of the certification period or within thirty days of the end of the certification period to be recertified. The rule requires all reasonable efforts be made to verify all eligibility requirements during the expedited review. Also, if verification was previously postponed and not returned, a household must return the verification before receiving expedited services again. However, if it has been twelve months or more since the household last received expedited services the household may receive expedited services.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502044082
Mary Franklin, Director
Division of County Operations
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The Director of the Division of County Operations of the Department of Human Services announces for a public comment period of thirty (30) calendar days a notice of rulemaking for the following proposed rule under one or more of the following chapters, subchapters, or sections of the Arkansas Code: §§ 20-76-201, and 25-10-129.
Effective April 1, 2022:
The Director of the Division of County Operations (DCO) revises the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Certification Manual sections covering expedited cases. The revisions align current SNAP policy with federal SNAP regulations and ease undue hardships on clients. The changes remove examples and business processes and clarify and standardize language. Also, households granted expedited service will receive the most appropriate certification period if all eligibility requirements are met at the initial interview. Those with verification postponed at the initial interview will be certified for one or two months depending on their application date. Postponed verification must be returned by the end of the certification period or within thirty days of the end of the certification period to be recertified. The rule requires all reasonable efforts be made to verify all eligibility requirements during the expedited review. Also, if verification was previously postponed and not returned, a household must return the verification before receiving expedited services again. However, if it has been twelve months or more since the household last received expedited services the household may receive expedited services.
The proposed rule is available for review at the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Rules Promulgation, 2nd floor Donaghey Plaza South Building, 7th and Main Streets, P. O. Box 1437, Slot S295, Little Rock, Arkansas 72203 1437. You may also access and download the proposed rule at https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/do-business-with-dhs/proposed-rules/. Public comments must be submitted in writing at the above address or at the following email address: ORP@dhs.arkansas.gov. All public comments must be received by DHS no later than November 8, 2021. Please note that public comments submitted in response to this notice are considered public documents. A public comment, including the commenter’s name and any personal information contained within the public comment, will be made publicly available and may be seen by various people.
If you need this material in a different format, such as large print, contact the Office of Rules Promulgation at 501-396-6428.
The Arkansas Department of Human Services is in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act and is operated, managed and delivers services without regard to religion, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, age, race, color or national origin. 4502044082
Mary Franklin, Director
Division of County Operations
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
NO. 72JV-20-507-3
ASLYN SMITH, PARENT, ANDREW S.F. EWING, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
A.A.K.E., DOB: 02/19/2016, MALE ,JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMINATION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: ANDREW SABOR FORREST EWING, PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on August 17, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your parental rights as to A.A.K.E, DOB: 02/19/2016 terminated. Such declaration could result in your parental rights being terminated and the juvenile’s placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, 885 Clydesdale Drive, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Circuit Court
280 N. College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Derek Van Lynn
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 7, 2021
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WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
NO. 72JV-20-507-3
ASLYN SMITH, PARENT, ANDREW S.F. EWING, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
A.A.K.E., DOB: 02/19/2016, MALE ,JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMINATION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: ANDREW SABOR FORREST EWING, PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on August 17, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your parental rights as to A.A.K.E, DOB: 02/19/2016 terminated. Such declaration could result in your parental rights being terminated and the juvenile’s placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, 885 Clydesdale Drive, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Circuit Court
280 N. College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Derek Van Lynn
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 7, 2021
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF
WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
NO. 72JV-21-102-3
ASLYN SMITH, PARENT, MICHAEL WASTE, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
P.S., DOB: 02/06/2021, MALE, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMINATION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: MICHAEL WASTE, PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on August 29, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your parental rights as to P.S., DOB: 02/06/2021 terminated. Such declaration could result in your parental rights being terminated and the juvenile’s placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, 885 Clydesdale Drive, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Circuit Court
280 N. College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Derek Van Lynn
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 7, 2021
75475824f Show more »
WASHINGTON COUNTY,
ARKANSAS
JUVENILE DIVISION III
ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, PLAINTIFF
VS.
NO. 72JV-21-102-3
ASLYN SMITH, PARENT, MICHAEL WASTE, PARENT OF: DEFENDANTS
P.S., DOB: 02/06/2021, MALE, JUVENILE, RESPONDENT
TERMINATION OF
PARENTAL RIGHTS
WARNING ORDER
TO: MICHAEL WASTE, PARENT AND ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARENTS OR PUTATIVE PARENTS
Take notice that on August 29, 2021, a petition was filed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services in the Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, of Washington County, Arkansas, to have your parental rights as to P.S., DOB: 02/06/2021 terminated. Such declaration could result in your parental rights being terminated and the juvenile’s placement in the care of some suitable person, agency or institution.
A Termination of Parental Rights hearing on this matter is scheduled for November 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with the Washington County Circuit Court, Juvenile Division, 885 Clydesdale Drive, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. If you desire to be represented by an attorney, you should immediately contact your attorney so that an answer can be filed for you and he may appear with you at any hearing. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may obtain one by contacting Legal Services or requesting the Court to determine if you qualify for appointed counsel.
Putative parents take notice that pursuant to Arkansas state law, you have the right to:
(A) Know the methods of establishing paternity. You can establish paternity by: 1. Proving that you were married to the mother of the child at the time the child was born; 2. Presenting an Acknowledgment of Paternity that has been properly signed and filed with the Arkansas Department of Health, Office of Vital Records; or 3. Proving that a court of competent jurisdiction has entered an order declaring that you are the child’s legal father.
(B) Prove that you have had significant contacts with the herein child.
(C) Be heard by the Court.
NOW, unless you appear and defend or otherwise respond within thirty days from the first date of publication of this notice, the Petition may be taken as confessed, and a decree entered and granted.
KYLE SYLVESTER, CIRCUIT CLERK
Washington County Circuit Court
280 N. College Avenue
Fayetteville, AR 72701
By: /s/Derek Van Lynn
Deputy Clerk
Date: October 7, 2021
75475824f Show more »