Afghan’s Seek Refuge in Arkansas

Arkansas Governor, Asa Hutchinson, issued a statement recently concerning Afghan Refugee’s settling within the state of Arkansas.

“I received notification from the White House that Arkansas has been allotted up to 98 Afghan refugee cases. While we are waiting on specific information, I have been briefed on the heightened security vetting and comprehensive health screenings, intake, and vaccinations that are being implemented by our federal partners. We are expecting Afghan refugees in the near future with more coming as they are assigned to the resettlement agencies in the state by their national parent organizations. Refugee relocation is being assisted by faith-based organizations and local sponsors so refugees will successfully integrate to life in Arkansas.”
-Asa Hutchinson

The refugee’s placement has primarily been in the Northwest Arkansas area.