Official language. — Arkansas Code § 1-4-117

Arkansas Code § 1-4-117 — Official language.. Reproduced from the official Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 1-4-117. Official language.

The English language shall be the official language of the State of Arkansas. This section shall not prohibit the public schools from performing their duty to provide equal educational opportunities to all children.

Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 1-4-117
  • Jurisdiction: Arkansas
  • Code: Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated
  • Subject: Official language.
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

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