IN RESPECTFUL MEMORY OF SENATOR GARY DON STUBBLEFIELD AND IN RECOGNITION OF HIS MANY CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS AND HIS LOCAL COMMUNITY.
Summary
HMR1001 is a House Memorial Resolution honoring the life and public service of Senator Gary Don Stubblefield of Branch, Arkansas, who died on September 2, 2025, at age 74. The resolution recounts his upbringing on a family farm, his education and football career at the University of Arkansas, his marriage to Kathi, and his work raising a family while operating the family dairy farm. It also highlights his long involvement in civic, educational, agricultural, and faith-based service, including roles on the Franklin County Quorum Court, County Line School District Board, Arkansas Milk Stabilization Board, and various legislative and community organizations.
Impact
The resolution does not change state law, create a new program, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is ceremonial: it formally records the House’s respect for Senator Stubblefield, memorializes his contributions to Arkansas and his local community, and directs the Chief Clerk to provide a copy to his family. The measure affects no statutes or regulated parties beyond the symbolic recognition of a deceased former legislator and his family.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and respectful. The resolution is framed as a tribute to Senator Stubblefield’s personal character, faith, work ethic, and public service, and the recorded action indicates it was read and adopted without any noted opposition. The absence of committee debate or recorded votes suggests broad agreement and a noncontroversial commemorative purpose.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the available record. The bill is a memorial resolution rather than substantive legislation, and the context provided includes no committee testimony, amendments, or dissenting votes. Any discussion appears limited to honoring Senator Stubblefield’s legacy and service.