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The Division of County Operations helps low-income and vulnerable Arkansans by processing applications for public assistance programs. It also administers programs that prevent and reduce homelessness.

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Mary Franklin

Mary oversees eligibility for the Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and the Transitional Employment Assistance programs.
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MARY FRANKLIN

DCO Director

Mary Franklin

Mary oversees eligibility for the Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and the Transitional Employment Assistance programs.
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10
Arkansas Medicaid DUR Board Physician Administered Drugs (PAD) Subcommittee – June 2026
June 10 | 
12:00 pm
- 1:00 pm

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  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)
Jun
11
ARHOME Community Engagement and Work Requirement Townhall – Crossett
June 11 | 
1:00 pm
- 2:00 pm

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  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)
Jun
23
ARHOME Community Engagement and Work Requirement Townhall – Hope
June 23 | 
5:00 pm
- 6:00 pm

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Posted by: 
  • Division of Medical Services (DMS)
Jun
24
Child Welfare Agency Review Board – June 2026
June 24 | 
1:30 pm

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  • Division of Children & Family Services (DCFS) , 
  • Placement and Residential Licensing Unit (PRLU)