Associated Press
Lobbyists helped cover lodging and meals for nine Republican House members who vacationed at a tourist spot in Arkansas during their week off.The House Communications Office provided information on the lawmakers, who included several members of the House leadership, and eight lobbyists.
Communications director Todd Abrajano said some lawmakers covered their own costs, but he could not say who, or detail exactly what the total cost was.The group vacationed in Hot Springs, Ark., a tourist spot popular for horse racing, spas and golf, and stayed at the Arlington Hotel.
Key among the attendees was Speaker Rod Jetton, who said he and his wife had been there before and decided to travel there again during the Legislature's break, which was March 18 through Monday. He said he decided to open the trip up to other members of the Republican caucus, and they and their spouses made the weekend trip.
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