For the first time, Arkansas lawmakers have made the move to form the Arkansas Rural Electric Cooperative Caucus (ARECC), advocating for the interests of local cooperative consumer-members across the Natural State.
“The goal of this caucus is to make sure lawmakers have the information they need to make informed decisions about Arkansas’ energy future,” said State Rep. Jack Ladyman, R-Jonesboro, one of the four founding caucus chairmen. “Energy impacts every Arkansan—from reliability and affordability to economic development—and it’s important we stay informed as the industry continues to evolve.”
The ARECC will focus on educating members about current energy sources, emerging technologies, industry trends and the growing energy demands facing Arkansas. In addition to informational briefings, the group plans to tour energy generation facilities across the state to gain firsthand insight into production and infrastructure…