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Chicot County: 26 county and regional listings, plus statewide and federal routes. A regional office may be located in a different county.

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Benefits, food and cash assistanceCounty contact

Chicot DHS county office

County DHS contact for SNAP, Medicaid and TEA application questions. Ask about documents, interviews, notices and appeals.

1736 Highway 65 & 82 South, Lake Village, AR 71653-0071

870-265-3821 (v)

Published county match: Chicot

Published hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Confirm services and hours before traveling.

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Health, WIC and public healthCounty contact

Chicot County Health Unit - Lake Village

Published services: Community Services, Environmental Health, Family Planning, HIV/Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Immunizations, Maternity, Public Health Preparedness, TB Program, Vital Records, WIC, Women's Health, No Services Provided

1742 Hwy 65 & 82 S, Lake Village, 71653

870-265-2236

Published county match: Chicot

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ADH Local Health Units; OBJECTID 18; County field Chicot · Source ↗

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Aging, caregivers and transportationRegional contact

Southeast Arkansas Area Agency on Aging

Ask about older-adult meals, caregiver support, senior centers, in-home assistance and transportation. Available programs, age criteria and waiting lists vary.

870-543-6300

Published county match: Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant, Jefferson, Lincoln

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Child support servicesRegional contact

McGehee Child Support Office

Ask about child-support applications, payments, enforcement and an existing agency case. A support office does not replace a custody or divorce court.

504 Hwy 65 N, McGehee, AR 71654

870-222-4818

Published county match: Chicot, Desha

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Veterans and military benefitsRegional contact

ADVA district 5 Veteran Service Officer — Sue Harper

Regional veterans benefits contact and referral when the county officer is unavailable or a position is listed vacant.

870-623-6900

Published county match: Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Calhoun, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant, Jefferson, Lee, Lincoln, Monroe, Phillips, Prairie, Union

County matches use the county row’s district number. District 4 spells Hot Spring as Hot Springs; canonical Arkansas county name retained.

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Veterans and military benefitsCounty contact

Chicot County Veteran Service Officer

County veterans benefits contact; district 5. Ask about claims assistance, appointments and current accreditation.

(870) 265-8035

Published county match: Chicot

Source directory dated October 1, 2026. Confirm appointments and accreditation; the listing does not guarantee benefits or representation.

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I want to start a construction or home-improvement business

Business & Entrepreneurship. I want to start a construction or home-improvement business Next steps: Describe the work, project types, value, customers and operating location. Ask the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board about the correct license classification and current application requirements. Confirm local building-permit responsibilities, entity registration, insurance and employee obligations separately. Obtain required approvals before advertising, bidding or contracting and keep written contract and renewal records. Documents: Work and project description; Board application checklist; Insurance and entity records; License and permit confirmations This guide does not decide licensing thresholds or authorize work before board approval.

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I need a business plan and startup budget

Business & Entrepreneurship. I need a business plan and startup budget Next steps: Describe the customer, product, competing options and evidence of demand. Estimate one-time costs, recurring expenses, pricing and working capital using documented assumptions. Build a cash-flow forecast with slower-sales and higher-cost scenarios and review it with an advisor. Revise the plan before committing to financing, equipment or a lease; keep actual results for comparison. Documents: Market research notes; Cost estimates; Pricing and cash-flow forecast; Advisor feedback and revisions A forecast is an assumption-based planning tool, not a promise of profit or financing.

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IRS — starting a business and federal taxes

Federal startup, recordkeeping and business-tax preparation information. Business and tax assistance. Federal guidance does not replace Arkansas tax accounts or local permits. Ask a tax professional about your actual facts. Limits: Service-directory information, not legal authority or a promise of eligibility, representation, funding or an open appointment. Confirm details with the provider.

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I need money to start my business

Business & Entrepreneurship. I need money to start my business Next steps: Prepare a startup budget, realistic cash-flow forecast and proposed use of funds. Ask ASBTDC about financing readiness and the actual programs fitting your business. Compare lender offers, repayment, collateral, personal guarantees and fees before signing. Verify any grant with the issuing organization and its current eligibility and application window. Documents: Startup and working-capital budget; Cash-flow assumptions; Written lender terms; Verified program instructions Loans require repayment; general startup grant money is not assured. Do not pay for guaranteed grants.

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I want to sell online or start an online business

Business & Entrepreneurship. I want to sell online or start an online business Next steps: List products, inventory location, customer locations and platforms you plan to use. Ask DFA and qualified tax help about seller registration, marketplace arrangements and multistate questions. Check home or warehouse location rules and product-specific permits, labeling and consumer requirements. Document costs, platform terms, refund practices, tax records and brand-clearance questions before launch. Documents: Product and sales-channel list; Location and shipping plan; Platform and refund terms; Tax and permit confirmations A marketplace collecting some taxes does not establish that all seller obligations are satisfied.

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I want to start a business in Arkansas

Business & Entrepreneurship. I want to start a business in Arkansas Next steps: Describe your product, customer, operating address and expected costs. Book an appointment with the ASBTDC center serving your county and develop a cash-flow plan. Compare structure with qualified legal and tax advice; complete applicable entity and tax registrations through official agencies. Confirm address-specific zoning, permits, insurance and industry requirements before signing a lease or opening. Documents: One-page idea and customer description; Startup budget and cash-flow estimate; Proposed location and activity list; Registration, permit and insurance confirmations Registering an entity is only one part of opening a business.

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I need a grant to start or grow a business

Business & Entrepreneurship. I need a grant to start or grow a business Next steps: Prepare the business purpose, stage, location and exact uses of funding. Ask your county ASBTDC advisor to compare realistic financing options and any restricted grant opportunities; read eligibility and repayment terms for each instrument. Confirm the actual applicant, funding instrument, eligible costs, current cycle and required approvals with the named sponsor; use secure official channels for requested records. Keep notices, source dates, applications, validation results and decisions. Track conditions and another realistic funding route while waiting. Documents: Business plan and cost breakdown; Ownership and requested financial records; Funding terms and notices; Advisor contact log SBA does not offer grants for ordinary business startup or expansion. Loans, equity, tax credits, rebates and specialized research grants are different.

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IRS — starting a business and federal taxes

Federal startup, recordkeeping and business-tax preparation information. Scope: Business program referral. Limits: Federal guidance does not replace Arkansas tax accounts or local permits. Ask a tax professional about your actual facts.

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Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 (July 2026)

Arkansas driver-license study guide covering road rules, signs, safe-driving responsibilities, testing material, licensing requirements, and selected traffic and vehicle laws. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Construction Law

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Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court administration document “Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

AppealsArkansas JudiciaryCivil Procedure

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Housing Finance, Weatherization, and Homelessness Diversion

ADFA mortgages, down-payment programs, homeowner relief, weatherization, vouchers, shelters, and rapid rehousing.

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Statewide Public Assistance and Human Services Infrastructure in Arkansas · p. 6–7

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Family Preservation and In-Home Services

SafeCare, Family Centered Treatment, Intensive In-Home Services, Team Decision Making, caseload changes, and prevention outcomes.

Child WelfareCourt FormsCourts

Child Welfare and Protective Services Infrastructure in Arkansas · p. 4–5

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Aging, Home-Based Care, and Area Agencies on Aging

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Statewide Public Assistance and Human Services Infrastructure in Arkansas · p. 11–13

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A general Arkansas navigation sequence. It is not a prediction of the case and may omit specialized steps.

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Disaster, insurance, contractor, or FEMA issue pathway

A general Arkansas navigation sequence. It is not a prediction of the case and may omit specialized steps.

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Disaster, insurance, contractor, or FEMA issue

A storm, tornado, flood, or disaster created legal or financial problems.

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Medicaid Finance, ARHOME, and PASSE

Federal matching, ARHOME premium assistance, budget neutrality, PASSE managed care, risk corridors, and premium-tax financing.

BenefitsCourt FormsDisability

Comprehensive Analysis of Financial Resources and Fiscal Policy in the State of Arkansas · p. 7–9

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Arkansas eviction starting points

Separate a lease notice, criminal failure-to-vacate route, and civil unlawful-detainer lawsuit. Preserve notices, payment records, and service information.

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Arkansas FOIA starting points

Direct a focused request to the custodian, describe existing records, ask for electronic production, set a fee limit, and track the response.

Navigation Tools

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Business and Corporate Law

Business formation, corporations, limited liability companies, governance, compliance, ownership, and commercial operations.

Business and Corporate Law

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Arkansas FOIA production, generally up to 3 business days

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Bowen Business Innovations Legal Clinic

Transactional legal assistance for qualifying entrepreneurs and small nonprofits involving formation, contracts, and compliance, subject to academic intake capacity.

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The Landscape of Civil and Criminal Legal Resources for Low-Income Residents in Arkansas · p. 6–7

Legal Help

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Duplicate Printed Attorney License Request

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Duplicate Printed Attorney License Request.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

AppealsArkansas JudiciaryAttorney Licensing

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Courts & Forms

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Performance Bond for AOC License Agreement

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court administration document “Performance Bond for AOC License Agreement.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Consumer & Public Records

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Driver-license restoration guide

Creates an inventory of suspensions, courts, agencies, fees, proof requirements, and transportation alternatives.

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Chicot DHS county office

Chicot County Health Unit - Lake Village

Southeast Arkansas Area Agency on Aging

McGehee Child Support Office

ADVA district 5 Veteran Service Officer — Sue Harper

Chicot County Veteran Service Officer

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Small-business or nonprofit legal starting point

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Post-disaster contractor or repair scam

Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 (July 2026)

Construction Law

Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts

Consumer complaint, scam, or unfair business practice

Housing Finance, Weatherization, and Homelessness Diversion

Family Preservation and In-Home Services

Aging, Home-Based Care, and Area Agencies on Aging

Disaster, insurance, contractor, or FEMA issue situation pathway

Disaster, insurance, contractor, or FEMA issue pathway

Disaster, insurance, contractor, or FEMA issue

Medicaid Finance, ARHOME, and PASSE

Arkansas eviction starting points

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