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News & Announcements

Check this page, or the News and Announcements box on the homepage, for the latest official news and announcements released by the court. You can also access archived news and announcements from this page.

Fri, 12/19/2025

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas will be closed Wednesday, December 24, 2025, through Friday, December 26, 2025.  

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Tue, 12/16/2025

Order Reappointing Jerome T. Kearney, United States Magistrate Judge

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Wed, 11/19/2025

Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr. submitted proposed amendments to the Federal Rules to Congress in April 2025 pursuant to Section 2072 of Title 28, United States Code.  Absent Congressional action, the amended and new rules will take effect...

Thu, 11/13/2025

Chief Judge Kristine G. Baker entered an Administrative Order lifting the stay in all civil cases where the Social Security Administration is a party.

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Fri, 10/03/2025

Chief Judge Kristine G. Baker entered an Administrative Order staying all civil cases where the Social Security Administration is a party effective October 1, 2025, at the request of the Office of the United States Attorney for the Eastern...

Tue, 09/30/2025

In the event of a federal government shutdown, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas will be open for regular business.

Wed, 09/10/2025

The PACER Service Center (PSC) is currently experiencing long call wait times due to the enforcement of several security features that will enhance the security of PACER accounts, including updated password standards and multifactor...

Thu, 09/04/2025

Important Notice for Individuals Attempting to Pay a U.S. District Court Violation Notice On-line: A fake website is currently impersonating www.cvb.uscourts.gov and may attempt to collect personal or...

Wed, 08/27/2025

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, remove existing and install  80 new jury chairs in designated courtrooms. The intent of this RFP is to secure...

Wed, 08/20/2025

Amended General Order 39 was signed by Chief Judge Kristine G. Baker on August 20, 2025.  With the amendment of General Order 39, the Court has decommissioned General Order 59 regarding the Appointment of Counsel for a Defendant Under Supervision...

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