Ask The Richard

To The Richard: Will there be any unusual bills passed by the leg at the next session? Cindy Fay Night Cave City, Arkansas Possible answers: (1) You bet! Hey, Cindy, have you forgotten this is Arkansas? Well, I have heard a bill will be introduced to make Arkansas State University change their mascot's name from the Curly Red Wolves to the "Taters." Yes, the current name is demeaning to wolves. (2) After protests from Sheridan residents about loss of income from the new bypass, the leg will pass a bill to move the town to straddle the bypass and install 6 new red lights. (3) A bill called Open Carry, Stand Your Ground, and Shoot First will pass by voice vote and be signed by the Governor. Answer: All of the above but # 3 has the best chance.