Arkansas Code Title 15. Natural Resources and Economic Development § 15-55-403. Arkansas Lignite Resources Pilot Program

(1) Examine the feasibility of the use of lignite as a potential energy source;

(2) Explore and utilize lignite as an energy resource, including without limitation a synthetic fuels-based research program;

(3) Develop public and private partnerships with other entities to develop the untapped energy resource of lignite to stimulate Arkansas's economy; and

(4) Develop practical applications for the use of lignite resources as an alternative energy source.