LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Commerce has created a webpage for Arkansans and businesses that have been impacted by the storms that hit the state on March 31, 2023. The new page is available at commerce.arkansas.gov/arkansas-tornado-response.
The page includes links to resources from the federal, state and local levels, as well as information on how to remain up-to-date on the latest news regarding relief efforts. Business resources include unemployment assistance, insurance resources, consumer protection, and information on disaster loans.
“Arkansas communities have been hit hard by the recent storms and need all the support they can get,” said Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald. “Our goal is to make it easy for businesses and individuals to find the help they need.”
About the Arkansas Department of Commerce
The Arkansas Department of Commerce is the umbrella department for workforce and economic development drivers. Its divisions and regulatory boards include Division of Aeronautics, Waterways Commission, Wine Producers Council, Division of Workforce Services, Office of Skills Development, State Bank Department, Insurance Department, Securities Department, Economic Development Commission and Development Finance Authority.