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The Arkansas Nurse Portal is an online system created by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing to manage and process licensing applications and renewals for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) in the state of Arkansas. The portal allows nurses to apply for or renew their licenses, update their contact information, and track the status of their application or renewal. In addition to managing license applications and renewals, the Arkansas Nurse Portal also provides access to information about nursing education programs in Arkansas, nursing practice regulations, and continuing education opportunities. Nurses can also use the portal to request verification of their license to be sent to other state boards of nursing or employers. Overall, the Arkansas Nurse Portal is designed to make the process of obtaining and maintaining a nursing license in Arkansas more streamlined and convenient for nurses.

ARKids First is a health insurance program for children in Arkansas. It is designed to provide affordable health insurance to families who may not have access to other insurance options. The program is administered by the Arkansas Department of Human Services.

Act 1066 of 1995 created the Arkansas State Medical Board's Centralized Credentials Verification Service (CCVS). Arkansas was first in the nation to base a Centralized Credentials Verification Service within the licensing agency. State law allows the Arkansas State Medical Board to release, with a practitioner's written authorization, verification of credentials as needed by credentialing/healthcare organizations. Information furnished by the Medical Board to a credentialing/healthcare organization shall be used solely for the purpose of verifying, issuing, and renewing credentials. Act 1410 of 1999 replaced Act 1066. The act mandates that credentialing/healthcare organizations, along with physicians, utilize the CCVS program. However, this mandate will not be effective until the program: receives certification by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a certified credentials verification organization (CVO); demonstrates compliance with the principles for credentials verification organizations set forth by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations; and documents compliance with the Arkansas Department of Health Rules and Regulations applicable to credentialing.

Cosmetologists in Arkansas can renew their licenses online through the Arkansas Department of Health's Cosmetology Section website

The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment's Division of Environmental Quality pollution complaints service provides a mechanism for the public to report environmental pollution incidents to the agency. Individuals can submit complaints online, by phone, or by mail, and DEQ staff will investigate the reported incidents. The service is designed to help protect the environment and public health by responding to pollution incidents and enforcing environmental regulations in Arkansas. The DEQ investigates a range of environmental pollution incidents, including air and water pollution, hazardous waste spills, and illegal dumping. The complaints service is an important tool for ensuring that individuals and businesses comply with environmental regulations and that the environment is protected for present and future generations.

The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment's Division of Environmental Quality web-based Environmental Applications service provides online tools and resources to help individuals and businesses comply with environmental regulations in Arkansas. The service is available through the DEQ website and includes a range of applications, including the Air Permitting System, the Water Permitting System, and the Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest System. These applications allow users to submit permit applications, manage compliance data, and track regulatory requirements. The web-based Environmental Applications service is designed to streamline the environmental regulatory process, make it more efficient, and reduce paperwork. The service is an important tool for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and protecting the environment and public health in Arkansas.

Search the ASMB directory for a medical practitioner by entering their last name. Press the "Search" button. The resulting list of licensees is only those who have an active Arkansas license with an address in the United States. License type, specialty, and location may be filtered by choosing the Advanced Search link.

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a federally assisted meal program that provides nutritious and affordable lunches to school children in Arkansas and across the United States. The program is administered by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and is available to all public and nonprofit private schools, as well as residential child care institutions. In Arkansas, the NSLP provides free or reduced-price lunches to eligible students based on their household income. Eligibility for free or reduced-price lunches is determined by the student's household income, which is based on federal poverty guidelines. Visit the Arkansas Department of Human Services Special Nutrition Program On-Line Application to see if you qualify.

The Arkansas Department of Health provides the service to verify the license of an orthotist, prosthetic, or pedorthist in Arkansas.

The Arkansas Department of Health provides the service to verify the license of a Radiologic Technologist in Arkansas

Restaurant inspections in Arkansas are conducted by the Arkansas Department of Health and results can be found at this search.

The Arkansas Psychology Board was created by Act 129 of 1955 to regulate the practice of Psychology in the State of Arkansas. The major responsibility of the Arkansas Psychology Board is to ensure that the citizens of Arkansas are protected from misrepresentation, unethical practice, and/or incompetence in the practice of psychology.

The Arkansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a statewide program that provides advocacy services for residents of long-term care facilities in Arkansas. The program is administered by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Division of Aging, Adult, and Behavioral Health Services. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program works to protect the rights and promote the well-being of residents in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and residential care facilities.

Renew a Tattoo or Body Art permit via the Arkansas Department of Health's online permit renewal system.

Verify a medical practitioner's license status by selecting license number or last name. Enter the information and press the "Verify" button to view the results.