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CHRISTMAS TREES NEEDED
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The Chamber is looking for
artificial
Christmas Trees to use at the
Annual Celebration, January 19th, Arkansas Convention Center.
If you are throwing out your artificial Christmas Tree after Christmas, let the Chamber know. We can use it at the Celebration. Call Alyssa, 903.792.7191.
Thanks.
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Card Display Racks Needed
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The Chamber is looking for greeting card racks or brochure racks for the lobby to display member information for visitors and guests. Let the Chamber know if you have these items.
Call Alyssa, 903.792.7191.
Thanks.
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SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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Included in news letter:
Are You In Compliance?
Prime & Contracting Opportunities
Upcoming Events
SBA Dallas/Fort Worth District Office
Don't Miss These Free Workshops!
February 5,6,7 and 9
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RIVERBEND WATER RESOURCES DISTRICT
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SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS
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NEXT RIVERBEND REGULAR MEETING: Wednesday, January 24, 2017 at 12:00 p.m.
Upcoming Project(s):
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RRVA
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SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS
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RRVA 93rd Annual Convention
Horseshoe River Dome
Bossier City, LA
21-22 February 2018
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ARKANSAS GOVERNMENT HOLIDAYS
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List of Holidays
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Welcome to "On The Record"
This is a weekly publication of the Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce. We will be presenting information on public policy, governmental meetings, and issues of business concern. Our Mission is
"To lead and advocate for sustainable economic growth and prosperity for our region
." Our goal is to provide you with information to empower your engagement. Thank you for your partnership with the Texarkana USA Chamber of Commerce.
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BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!!! - ANNUAL CELEBRATION IS FRIDAY, JANUARY 19TH, ARKANSAS CONVENTION CENTER!!
Call the Chamber (903-792-7191), Tuesday Morning and
order your tickets for the annual celebration on
Friday, January 19th. Still seats available.
Celebration includes the installation of new Chamber Officers, recognizing retiring Chamber Board and EDC Committee members, and presentation of the Palmer Award!!!
A BIG Silent Auction!!!
Meet and Greet Fellow Chamber Members!!!
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TEXAS SENATOR BRIAN HUGHS VISITS BOWIE COUNTY
Texas Senator Brian Hughes and his staff visited various locations throughout Bowie County.  Shown are chamber members, Dr. Gary Stading (Texas A&M University - Texarkana); Dr. Emily Cutrer
(Texas A&M University - Texarkana)
; Texas Senator Brian Hughes, Judge James Carlow (Bowie County); Mayor Ruth Penny Bell (City of Texarkana, Arkansas); and Michael Malone (Texarkana Chamber of Commerce)
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 DON'T MISS THESE ARTICLES!!
The "On The Record" contains information on many topics which may be useful in your business and add to your knowledge of the community. Areas of particular interest are:
Arkansas Budget & Economy.
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TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS
Governmental Meetings
January 16, 6:00 pm, Board of Directors, City Hall
Agenda
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TEXARKANA, TEXAS
Governmental Meetings
January 22, 6:00 pm, City Council Meeting, City Hall
February 12, 6:00 pm, City Council Meeting, City Hall
February 26, 6:00 pm, City Council Meeting, City Hall
March 12, 6:00 pm, City Council Meeting, City Hall
March 26, 6:00 pm, City Council Meeting, City Hall
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 UNITED STATES SENATOR TED CRUZ
Included in Senator Ted Cruz's weekly newsletter is the following:
* Middle Class Families Deserve Permanent Tax Cuts
* The VA Must Prioritize Veteran Services First
* Cruz, Cornyn Praise Confirmation of Judge Walter Counts for Western District of Texas
* Cruz, Blumenthal Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill To bring Transparency to Temporary Worker Visa Programs to Combat Human Trafficking
* Senator Cruz Votes to begin Debate on FISA Reauthorization
* Senator Cruz: Tax Relief is Crucial To Texas' Recovery
* Senator Cruz: We Must Prevent a Nuclear-Armed Islamic Regime and Promote the Will of the Iranian People
* Press Conference in Houston with Mayor Turner
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 ARKANSAS ATTORNEY GENERAL LESLIE RUTLEDGE
ATTORNEY GENERAL ALERT: January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge defended her record in support of job creators in an address to the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce at the group's First Friday Breakfast on Jan. 5
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 TEXAS ATTORNEY GENERAL KEN PAXTON
REQUEST FOR ACTION:
Request for Opinion #RQ-0205-KP: Consequences of failing to comply with the requirements for continuation of existing private transfer fee obligations under section 5.203 of the Property Code
Request for Opinion #RQ-0206-KP: Whether a motor vehicle manufacturer or distributor that performs warranty services under a manufacturer's warranty is in violation of section 2301.476(c)(3) of the Occupations Code
ACTIVITIES:
* AG Paxton Joins 18-State Bipartisan Coalition Urging FERC to Give President Trump's Tax Reform Savings to Utility Customers
* AG Paxton Asks SCOTUS to Protect Texas' Water Rights to the Rio Grande
* AG Paxton Asks SCOTX to Strike Down Illegal Bag Bans in Laredo and Across Texas
* AG Paxton: D.C. Court Rejects Challenge to President Trump's Authority to Appoint CFPB Acting Director
* AG Paxton: SCOTUS Agrees to Review Texas' Redistricting Case
* AG Paxton: Permanent Injunction Ends Illegal Sale of Synthetic Drugs by San Antonio Convenience Store
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ARKANSAS SECRETARY OF STATE
ATTENTION: Campaigns, PACs, & Lobbyists
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The Federal Reserve has updated content on their web site in the H.2 Report section.
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 US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
State of American Business 2018: An Agenda for Stronger, Sustained, Shared Growth
Address by Thomas J. Donohue, President and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce,
January 10, 2018 ( As Prepared for Delivery )
Tax reform has made the U.S. an even better place to do business - for both U.S. and foreign companies.
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MILITARY AFAIRS
Cornyn Bill to Streamline Process for Veterans Applying for Commercial Drivers' Licenses Becomes Law -
Jobs for Our Heroes Act Signed by the President
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TEXARKANA, TEXAS POLICE DEPARTMENT
The City of Texarkana, Texas is pleased to announce that it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) based on the City's fiscal year ending September 30, 2017.
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BUSINESS ARTICLES OF INTEREST
BUDGET
Arkansas' governor proposed a $5.6 billion budget on Tuesday that increases funding for the state's Medicaid program while setting aside surplus money for
When Gov. Asa Hutchinson unveils his proposed 2018-19 budget this week, most of the attention will be on the state's Medicaid program and the future of the
ECONOMY
U.S. consumer borrowing jumped 8.8 percent in November, the most in more than two years, a sign of growing confidence in the economy.
Bloomberg News reports that "U.S. manufacturing expanded in December at the fastest pace in three months, as gains in orders and production capped the
Fox Business reports that the Federal Reserve released the minutes of its December meeting on Wednesday, which "indicated the US economy is on solid
Reuters reported that the Labor Department announced U.S. payrolls "rose by 148,000 last month after a surge of 252,000 in November," while the
RTT News reported that the Commerce Department recently announced that "new orders for U.S. manufactured goods jumped by more than expected in the month
The nation's largest retail trade group says holiday spending rose a better-than-expected 5.5 percent, the strongest gain since the Great Recession.
Ebullient U.S. consumers shopped at the healthiest pace in more than a decade during the holiday season, a sign of burgeoning economic strength.
EMPLOYMENT
Fox Business reports, "ADP released its December jobs data Thursday morning, which showed 250,000 jobs were created in December, handily surpassing
FINANCE
Long-term U.S. mortgage rates fell this week, making it slightly more affordable to borrow for a home.
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis announced Wednesday several changes to its board of directors that were effective Jan. 1.
Gov. Asa Hutchinson yesterday asked that the Arkansas Public Service Commission "take whatever steps are necessary to pass the benefit of the
GAMBALING
GOVERNMENT
U.S. Rep. Steve Womack of Arkansas has been tapped to chair the House Budget Committee, replacing Diane Black, who stepped aside to run for governor in
Jan Morgan, a gun range owner and former local TV broadcaster, spoke to the Miller County Republicans on Tuesday at New Haven Golf Club. The gun rights
HEALTHCARE
In 2016, private health insurance coverage continued to be more prevalent than government coverage
IMMIGRATION
by Neemah A. Esmaeilpour
Arkansas employers should take note that the chances of a visit from ICE appear much more likely in the coming year.
INTERNET
The order offers no funding for broadband projects but aims instead to reduce bureaucratic barriers for industry.
MANUFACTURING
The largest generation in the U.S. is taking its place in manufacturing -- and the experts are betting this tech-savvy cohort is ready to stir things up
MARIJUANA
While Arkansas' Congressional delegation offered no comment or a wait-and-see attitude on U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions recent directive to enforce federal.
WORKFORCE
The U.S. Department of Labor's regulations that increased minimum wage and overtime coverage to home health workers has resulted in the Arkansas Support
by Stuart Jackson
With the passage of Act 593 by the General Assembly, employers in Arkansas now have some clarity about what they can and can't do when it comes to medical
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INTERESTING STUFF.....
The most recent data on STEM jobs - in science, technology, engineering or mathematics - suggests that tech jobs, with some exceptions, are shifting to
States compete with each other in a variety of ways. Competing to attract and retain new residents is just one example. United Van Lines tracks its customers'
Just how much will companies pay to occupy one of America's most desired office addresses?
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TEXARKANA GAZETTE
"Five Arkansans Appointed To Serve Farm Service Agency" January 8
"Council OK's Firefighters Union As Bargaining Agent" Karl Richter, January 9
"State Senator Makes Two Day Swing Through Texarkana" Jennifer Middleton, January 9
"Arkansas-side Director Will Not Seek Re-Election" January 10
"Morgan Outlines Bid For Governor's Seat During Local GOP Meeting" Karl Richter, January 10
Editorial "Arkansas Casinos?" January 10
"County Garners $788K In Delinquent Taxes" Jim Williamson, January 11
"Texas Side Lauded For Quality of Budget Presentation" Karl Richter, January 11
"Sevier County Judge Greg Ray To Seek Fifth Term in Position" January 12
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