Bills in House Committees
Bill No.
Bill Subtitle
Sponsor
ADVANCED COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - HOUSE
BILL:
SB376
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DUTIES OF THE DATA AND TRANSPARENCY PANEL; AND TO DEVELOP A SHARED SERVICES DATA HUB FOR STATEWIDE DATA SHARING.
AGING, CHILDREN AND YOUTH, LEGISLATIVE & MILITARY AFFAIRS- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1570
TO AMEND "QUINCY'S LAW" CONCERNING TESTING IN CERTAIN INVESTIGATIONS UNDER THE CHILD MALTREATMENT ACT; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING THE RIGHT TO MEDICAL RECORDS UNDER THE CHILD MALTREATMENT ACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1639
TO CREATE THE BEST INTEREST ARKANSAS CHILDREN ACT OF 2023; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE BEST INTEREST STANDARD IN DEPENDENCY-NEGLECT CASES.
BILL:
HR1016
TO RECOGNIZE THE SILOAM SPRINGS PANTHERS AND LADY PANTHERS CHEER TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2022 CLASS 5A-6A CO-ED STATE CHAMPIONSHIP AND THE NATIONAL CHEERLEADERS ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
BILL:
HR1020
TO RECOGNIZE THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF THE ARKANSAS 4-H PROGRAM ON OUR YOUTH AND TO PROCLAIM FEBRUARY 28, 2023, AS 4-H DAY.
AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1033
REGARDING HUNTING LICENSES AND FISHING LICENSES FOR RESIDENTS; AND TO AUTHORIZE A MINOR WHO IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN A HUNTING LICENSE OR FISHING LICENSE TO PAY THE RESIDENT FEE WHEN VISITING A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.
BILL:
HB1549
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION AND CONSERVATION; TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING THE ALLOCATION OF PRODUCTION AND COST FOLLOWING AN INTEGRATION ORDER; AND TO DEFINE "PROCEEDS".
BILL:
HB1618
TO TRANSFER THE POWERS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE STATE PLANT BOARD REGARDING CATFISH PROCESSORS AND COMMERCIAL BAIT AND ORNAMENTAL FISH TO THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
BILL:
HB1645
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS HEALTHY FOOD RETAIL ACT OF 2023; AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR HEALTHY FOOD RETAILERS IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES.
BILL:
HB1655
TO ENCOURAGE STATE AGENCIES TO AWARD A PORTION OF STATE CONTRACTS TO ARKANSAS BUSINESSES THAT HAVE BEEN IN OPERATION FOR LESS THAN FIVE (5) YEARS.
BILL:
HB1656
TO REQUIRE A REPORT CONCERNING FUNDS SUPPORTING PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS STARTING NEW BUSINESSES OR BUSINESSES ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS.
BILL:
HB1657
TO ENCOURAGE THE AWARD OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUNDING TO NEW BUSINESSES AND BUSINESSES THAT HAVE BEEN IN OPERATION FOR LESS THAN FIVE YEARS.
BILL:
HB1658
TO REQUIRE A REPORT CONCERNING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS OR PROGRAMS FOR NEW BUSINESSES OR BUSINESSES ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS.
BILL:
HB1659
TO ENCOURAGE THE AWARD OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDING TO NEW BUSINESSES AND BUSINESSES ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS.
BILL:
HB1660
CONCERNING A REPORT BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE ARKANSAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION CONCERNING CONTRACTS AWARDED TO BUSINESSES IN OPERATION LESS THAN FIVE YEARS.
BILL:
HB1662
TO EXEMPT THE SALE OF VETERINARY DRUGS AND MEDICINE IF BASED ON A PRESCRIPTION OF A LICENSED VETERINARIAN FROM THE LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR A PHARMACIST AND A PHARMACY; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
SB338
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS EGG MARKETING ACT OF 1969; AND TO AMEND THE NUMBER OF HENS A RETAILER IS PERMITTED TO HAVE TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE ARKANSAS EGG MARKETING ACT OF 1969.
BILL:
SB339
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING WORKING ANIMAL PROTECTION; AND TO PROVIDE FOR WORKING ANIMAL PROTECTION IN COUNTIES.
BILL:
SB362
TO AMEND THE MEMBERSHIP AND THE CALLING OF MEETINGS OF AND A QUORUM FOR THE STATE PARKS, RECREATION, AND TRAVEL COMMISSION; TO ELIMINATE COMMISSIONER EMERITUS POSITIONS; AND TO AMEND THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER PARKWAY COMMISSION.
CITY, COUNTY & LOCAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1114
TO ALLOW TAX REVENUE CREDITED TO THE ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION COMMISSION TO BE USED FOR EMPLOYING A STAFF MEMBER TO DEVELOP THE CITY'S ECONOMY.
BILL:
HB1399
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING PUBLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTIONS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING TAX DELINQUENCY LISTS.
BILL:
HB1528
TO REQUIRE A BALLOT MEASURE BEFORE A FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT CAN BE CREATED; AND TO REQUIRE THAT THE VALUE OF REAL PROPERTY IN THE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT MATCH THE VALUE AS DETERMINED BY THE COUNTY ASSESSOR.
BILL:
HB1572
TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN TYPES OF LOCAL REGULATION OF UNDERGROUND GAS STORAGE FACILITIES, FUEL RETAILERS, AND RELATED TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE.
BILL:
HB1608
TO ESTABLISH THE PUBLIC ENTITY STREETLIGHT SYSTEM INVESTMENT ACT; AND TO REDUCE PUBLIC ENTITY STREET LIGHTING COSTS.
BILL:
HB1616
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE; TO ALLOW THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE ON A WEBSITE; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING COUNTIES AND MUNICIPALITIES AND PUBLICATION; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTIONS.
BILL:
HB1636
TO AUTHORIZE REVENUE BONDS TO BE ISSUED FOR A WATER SYSTEM, SEWER SYSTEM, OR COMBINED WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM FOR WHICH A RECEIVER HAS BEEN APPOINTED.
BILL:
HB1641
TO AMEND THE LAW GOVERNING PAYMENTS IN LIEU OF AD VALOREM TAXES; AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE BILLING AND COLLECTION OF CERTAIN PAYMENTS RELATED TO CERTAIN LEASED OR PURCHASED PROPERTY.
BILL:
SB197
TO PROHIBIT CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON THE REGULATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
SB374
TO AMEND THE LAWS RELATING TO A COUNTY TREASURER AND THE FINANCIAL OPERATIONS OF A COUNTY.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1113
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE AWARD OF SCHOLARSHIPS UNDER THE SUCCEED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM TO STUDENTS IN FOSTER CARE.
BILL:
HB1154
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE TYPE OF LICENSE ISSUED TO CERTAIN APPLICANTS IN AN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATOR PREPARATION PROGRAM.
BILL:
HB1192
TO REPEAL THE PUBLIC SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL COOPERATIVE ACT OF 1981; AND TO AMEND THE EDUCATION SERVICE COOPERATIVE ACT OF 1985.
BILL:
HB1204
TO REQUIRE PRIVATE SCHOOLS TO ADMINISTER AN ANNUAL STATEWIDE STUDENT ASSESSMENT; AND TO REQUIRE PRIVATE SCHOOLS TO ADMIT EACH STUDENT WHO APPLIES FOR ADMISSION AND INTENDS TO COVER PRIVATE SCHOOL COSTS WITH STATE FUNDING.
BILL:
HB1205
TO REQUIRE A SCHOOL THAT ACCEPTS STATE FUNDING OF ANY TYPE TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION TO CERTAIN STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE SCHOOL.
BILL:
HB1206
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE INFORMATION CONSIDERED UNDER THE SCHOOL RATING SYSTEM.
BILL:
HB1343
TO ALLOW THE CONTENTS OF A TEACHER PREPARATION PROGRAM TO INCLUDE CERTAIN CONTENT THAT PERTAINS TO EVIDENCE-BASED TRAUMA-INFORMED CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION WITHIN ITS CURRICULUM.
BILL:
HB1350
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE EFFECT OF A MINORITY POPULATION ON SCHOOL DISTRICT ELECTIONS.
BILL:
HB1413
TO AMEND THE LOTTERY-FUNDED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS TO INCLUDE VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOLS AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTES AS APPROVED INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
BILL:
HB1415
TO AMEND ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 19, § 14, AND ARKANSAS LAW TO PROVIDE THAT LOTTERY PROCEEDS MAY BE USED FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS TO ARKANSANS ENROLLED IN VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOLS AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTES.
BILL:
HB1416
TO ENSURE THAT CERTAIN FUNDS FROM THE HIGHER EDUCATION GRANTS FUND ACCOUNT ARE EXPENDED ON CERTAIN STUDENTS.
BILL:
HB1417
TO ENSURE THAT CERTAIN FUNDS FROM THE HIGHER EDUCATION GRANTS FUND ACCOUNT ARE EXPENDED ON STUDENTS ENROLLED IN A TECHNICAL INSTITUTE OR A VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL INSTITUTE.
BILL:
HB1495
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING DEADLINES FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO SUBMIT THE RATE OF TAX FOR A SCHOOL ELECTION.
BILL:
HB1504
TO AMEND THE PUBLIC EDUCATION REORGANIZATION ACT; TO AMEND THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH A PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT SHALL BE ADMINISTRATIVELY CONSOLIDATED BY THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1514
TO REQUIRE THAT OVERDOSE RESCUE KITS BE LOCATED ON EACH CAMPUS OF EACH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL AND STATE-SUPPORTED INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
BILL:
HB1516
TO ALLOW A PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT TO PARTNER WITH A BUSINESS TO ALLOW FOR THE PROVISION OF A SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERT; AND TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT LOAN SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERTS TO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS.
BILL:
HB1539
TO REPEAL THE REQUIREMENT THAT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND OPEN-ENROLLMENT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS OFFER CERTAIN COURSES TO EXPELLED STUDENTS.
BILL:
HB1540
TO REQUIRE A STUDENT WHO REENTERS A PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT OR AN OPEN-ENROLLMENT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL TO TAKE A GRADE-LEVEL PLACEMENT TEST FOR PURPOSES OF DETERMINING THE GRADE LEVEL APPROPRIATE FOR THE STUDENT.
BILL:
HB1587
TO REQUIRE HOME SCHOOLS THAT RECEIVE ANY FORM OF PUBLIC FUNDS TO ADMINISTER AN ANNUAL STUDENT ASSESSMENT.
BILL:
HB1590
TO ALLOW A PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT IMPLEMENTS AN ALTERNATE SCHOOL CALENDAR TO USE ALTERNATIVE METHODS OF INSTRUCTION FOR PURPOSES OF MAKING UP A MISSED SCHOOL DAY.
BILL:
HB1602
TO ALLOW A SCHOOL DISTRICT TO IMPLEMENT A SCHOOL WEEK THAT IS NOT A FIVE-DAY SCHOOL WEEK; AND TO ALLOW A SCHOOL DISTRICT TO EXTEND THE SCHOOL DAY OR SCHOOL YEAR TO ACCOMMODATE A SCHOOL WEEK THAT IS NOT A FIVE-DAY SCHOOL WEEK.
BILL:
HB1604
TO REQUIRE THAT A PETITION OF A STUDENT TO TRANSFER FROM ONE SCHOOL DISTRICT TO ANOTHER SCHOOL DISTRICT BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA OF A SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL.
BILL:
HB1619
TO PERMIT A LOCAL BOARD OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT TO ESTABLISH ADDITIONAL ZONES UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
BILL:
HB1643
TO REQUIRE AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS AT CERTAIN SCHOOL-SPONSORED SPORTING EVENTS AND ON CAMPUSES OF INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
BILL:
HB1668
TO AMEND THE PUBLIC SCHOOL FUNDING ACT OF 2003; AND TO AMEND THE TARGET AVERAGE ANNUAL TEACHER SALARY FOR PURPOSES OF TEACHER SALARY EQUALIZATION FUNDING.
BILL:
SB262
TO AMEND THE PUBLIC EDUCATION REORGANIZATION ACT; AND TO REMOVE THE AUTHORITY OF THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REQUIRE AN ADMINISTRATIVE CONSOLIDATION FOR CERTAIN SCHOOL DISTRICTS.
BILL:
SB361
CONCERNING THE PARTICIPATION OF HOMESCHOOLED STUDENTS IN INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES.
BILL:
SB365
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS STUDENT DUE PROCESS AND PROTECTION ACT; AND TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURAL PROTECTIONS FOR STUDENT CONDUCT DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AT PUBLIC TWO-YEAR AND FOUR-YEAR INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
BILL:
SB416
TO CREATE THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY OF ARKANSAS PROGRAM; AND TO CREATE THE IMAGINATION LIBRARY OF ARKANSAS PROGRAM FUND.
HOUSE JOURNAL; ENGROSSED AND ENROLLED BILLS
BILL:
HB1309
TO TRANSFER THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL ENFORCEMENT SECTION TO THE OFFICE OF FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1310
TO AMEND THE MEDICAID PROVIDER-LED ORGANIZED CARE ACT; AND TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING RISK-BASED PROVIDER ORGANIZATIONS.
BILL:
HB1312
TO ESTABLISH THE TRANSPORTATION BENEFIT MANAGER ACT; TO REGULATE CONTRACTS OF CERTAIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDERS; AND TO REGULATE CLAIMS AND PRIOR AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURES FOR CERTAIN EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.
BILL:
HB1314
TO REQUIRE THE ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROGRAM TO CLASSIFY OPTOMETRIC PHYSICIANS THE SAME AS MEDICARE AND INSURANCE CARRIERS FOR REIMBURSEMENT.
BILL:
HB1316
TO AMEND THE CLASSIFICATIONS AND DEFINITIONS OF THE VARIOUS TYPES OF DUTY DISABILITIES UNDER THE ARKANSAS LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
HOUSE MANAGEMENT
BILL:
HB1029
TO AUTHORIZE DELAYED RELEASE FROM PRISON FOR CERTAIN SEX OFFENDERS UNTIL THE SEX OFFENDER HAS SERVED AT LEAST EIGHTY PERCENT (80%) OF HIS OR HER SENTENCE.
BILL:
HR1053
TO RECOGNIZE THE NORTH LITTLE ROCK HIGH SCHOOL CHARGING WILDCATS CHEERLEADERS FOR WINNING THE 2022 6A ALL-GIRL STATE CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIP.
BILL:
HR1054
TO RECOGNIZE LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY WARRIORS FOR WINNING THE CLASS 4A STATE BOYS BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP.
HOUSE RULES
BILL:
HB1589
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES; AND TO REPEAL THE LIMITATION ON THE ISSUANCE OF WHOLESALER PERMITS.
BILL:
HB1631
TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "BEER" TO CHANGE THE ALLOWABLE ALCOHOLIC CONTENT AND TO INCLUDE MALT BEVERAGES; AND TO SET THE MINIMUM CONTAINER SIZE OF BEER TO BE SOLD FOR OFF-PREMISES CONSUMPTION.
BILL:
SB358
TO PROHIBIT INDUSTRIAL HEMP THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN DELTA TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL SUBSTANCES; TO INCLUDE CERTAIN TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL IN THE LIST OF SCHEDULE VI CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1034
TO REGULATE THE REIMBURSEMENT RATE OF A BIRTH UNDER AN INSURANCE POLICY IN THIS STATE; AND TO ESTABLISH THE REIMBURSEMENT RATE FOR A BIRTH TO BE AT LEAST THE SAME AS THE REIMBURSEMENT RATE FOR A BIRTH BY CESAREAN SECTION.
BILL:
HB1130
TO CLARIFY THAT A COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE AGREEMENT IS UNENFORCEABLE FOR CERTAIN LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS.
BILL:
HB1257
TO EXPAND ELIGIBILITY FOR COVERAGE UNDER THE STATE AND PUBLIC SCHOOL LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM TO CERTAIN MUNICIPAL AND COUNTY POLICE OFFICERS; AND TO AMEND ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS OF CERTAIN RETIREES.
BILL:
HB1272
TO AMEND THE HEALTHCARE CONTRACTING SIMPLIFICATION ACT; AND TO PROHIBIT A HEALTHCARE INSURER FROM LEASING A HEALTHCARE CONTRACT OR PROVIDER NETWORK.
BILL:
HB1277
TO REGULATE A PRUDENT LAY PERSON REVIEW PROCESS BY AN INSURER; AND TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL TO REVIEW A PRUDENT LAY PERSON DECISION.
BILL:
HB1348
TO ESTABLISH A STATE AUDIT PROCESS CONCERNING QUALIFIED PAYMENT AMOUNTS; AND TO ENHANCE TRANSPARENCY BY RELEASING STATE AUDIT RESULTS.
BILL:
HB1356
CONCERNING THE PRACTICES OF CERTAIN HEALTHCARE INSURERS; AND TO CLARIFY THE PROCESS TO DETERMINE IF A PROPOSED RATE IS EXCESSIVE.
BILL:
HB1361
TO AMEND THE REAL ESTATE LICENSE LAW; TO CREATE A PROPERTY MANAGER LICENSE REQUIREMENT; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION.
BILL:
HB1477
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS ELECTRIC UTILITY AND GAS UTILITY STORM RECOVERY SECURITIZATION ACT; TO EXEMPT CERTAIN DATA CENTERS FROM STORM RECOVERY COSTS AND CHARGES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1573
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION; TO CREATE A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT BROKER AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE LICENSE; AND TO AMEND THE REAL ESTATE LICENSE LAW.
BILL:
HB1620
TO CREATE THE SECOND AMENDMENT FINANCIAL PRIVACY ACT; TO PROHIBIT FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS FROM USING CERTAIN DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES; AND TO PROVIDE FOR ENFORCEMENT OF VIOLATIONS.
BILL:
HB1628
TO PROHIBIT COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE AGREEMENTS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING A COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE AGREEMENT.
BILL:
HB1630
TO REQUIRE SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE AS THE REMEDY FOR THE BREACH OF CONTRACTS THAT INCLUDE CERTAIN PRECIOUS METALS AS CONSIDERATION; AND TO EXCLUDE FROM GROSS INCOME ANY GAIN REALIZED FROM THE SALE OF CERTAIN PRECIOUS METALS.
BILL:
HB1640
TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "REBATES" AS USED IN THE BUSINESS OF INSURANCE; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING TOKEN GIFTS IN THE BUSINESS OF INSURANCE.
BILL:
HB1647
TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF OFFENSIVE RELATIONS WITH A CHILD; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1650
CONCERNING THE SALE OF EVENT TICKETS; AND TO CREATE THE EVENT TICKETING AND RESALE CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT.
BILL:
HB1652
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE PROCUREMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES; AND TO AMEND THE DEFINITIONS OF "CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT" AND "POLITICAL SUBDIVISION" FOR PURPOSES OF THE PROCUREMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
BILL:
SB178
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS HEALTH CARE CONSUMER ACT; AND TO PROVIDE REIMBURSEMENT AND BENEFITS FOR MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS THAT ARE DELIVERED THROUGH A PSYCHIATRIC COLLABORATIVE CARE MODEL.
BILL:
SB324
TO EXEMPT CERTAIN NONPROFIT AGRICULTURAL MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS FROM INSURANCE REGULATION.
BILL:
SB350
TO INCREASE THE PERCENTAGE FOR DAMAGES ON LOSS CLAIMS UNDER AN INSURANCE POLICY.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1013
TO ESTABLISH A PATH TO RESTORATION OF THE RIGHT TO POSSESS A FIREARM; AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISCHARGE, DISMISSAL, AND SEALING OF A NONVIOLENT FELONY CONVICTION.
BILL:
HB1019
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE CREATION OF A SPENDTHRIFT TRUST; TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS SPENDTHRIFT TRUST ACT; AND TO AMEND THE UNIFORM STATUTORY RULE AGAINST PERPETUITIES.
BILL:
HB1088
TO AMEND THE DEFINITIONS USED IN RELATION TO THE OFFENSE OF THREATENING A JUDICIAL OFFICIAL OR JUROR.
BILL:
HB1107
TO PROVIDE FOR REASONABLE CHILD SUPPORT FOR ANY SURVIVING DEPENDENT CHILD OF A HOMICIDE VICTIM WHEN THE DEFENDANT WAS DRIVING OR BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED WHEN THE HOMICIDE OFFENSE OCCURRED.
BILL:
HB1131
TO PROVIDE FOR RESTITUTION FOR A HOMICIDE VICTIM'S SURVIVING DEPENDENT CHILD WHEN THE DEFENDANT WAS DRIVING OR BOATING WHILE INTOXICATED AT THE TIME OF THE HOMICIDE; AND TO ESTABLISH BENTLEY'S LAW.
BILL:
HB1141
TO DEFINE THE TERM "CONSENT" REGARDING SEXUAL OFFENSES WITHIN THE ARKANSAS CRIMINAL CODE.
BILL:
HB1151
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SEXUALLY GROOMING A CHILD; TO AMEND THE MAXIMUM AGE FOR A VICTIM FOR THE OFFENSE OF SEXUALLY GROOMING A CHILD; AND TO INCREASE THE PENALTY FOR SEXUALLY GROOMING A CHILD.
BILL:
HB1174
TO ADD PROTECTIONS FOR UNBORN CHILDREN BY ALLOWING PROSECUTION WHEN A PERSON CAUSES THE DEATH OF AN UNBORN CHILD; TO REPEAL LAWS THAT MAY ALLOW A PERSON TO PRESSURE A PREGNANT WOMAN TO GET AN ABORTION; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1236
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING GARNISHMENT AGAINST THE STATE OR A SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE; AND TO ALLOW FOR INCOME TAX REFUNDS TO BE SUBJECT TO GARNISHMENT BY JUDGMENT CREDITORS.
BILL:
HB1414
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A STATEWIDE INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR THE ASSESSMENT AND COLLECTION OF FINES, PENALTIES, FEES, COSTS, AND RESTITUTION.
BILL:
HB1418
TO ESTABLISH RECOVERY OF DAMAGES FOR NECESSARY MEDICAL CARE, TREATMENT, OR SERVICES RENDERED.
BILL:
HB1456
CREATING THE FENTANYL ENFORCEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2023; CONCERNING FENTANYL AND OTHER CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES; TO ESTABLISH INCREASED PENALTIES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1502
TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF SEXUAL SOLICITATION OF A MINOR; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIM SUPPORT FUND; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE SAFE HARBOR FUND FOR SEXUALLY EXPLOITED CHILDREN.
BILL:
HB1503
TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF OPERATING A CHOP SHOP; AND TO CREATE THE OFFENSE OF DEALING IN STOLEN OR FORGED MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS.
BILL:
HB1530
TO ALLOW FOR THE AWARD OF ATTORNEY'S FEES IN ILLEGAL EXACTION CASES; AND TO CLARIFY THE DISPOSITION OF RESIDUAL FUNDS IN ILLEGAL EXACTION CASES.
BILL:
HB1536
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MURDER IN THE SECOND DEGREE; TO PERMIT AN INTOXICATED DRIVER OR OPERATOR OF AN AIRCRAFT WHO CAUSES THE DEATH OF A PERSON TO BE CHARGED WITH MURDER IN THE SECOND DEGREE; AND TO CREATE VON'S LAW.
BILL:
HB1564
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SEXUAL SOLICITATION; AND TO CHANGE THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE OFFENSE OF SEXUAL SOLICITATION.
BILL:
HB1577
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SEXUAL OFFENSES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE APPLICABLE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR AND THE INVESTIGATION OF CERTAIN SEXUAL OFFENSES.
BILL:
HB1603
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DRUG CRIME SPECIAL ASSESSMENT; AND THE USE OF GRANTS FUNDED BY THE DRUG CRIME SPECIAL ASSESSMENT.
BILL:
HB1613
TO AMEND THE DOMESTIC ABUSE ACT OF 1991; TO ALLOW FOR REMOTE APPEARANCES AND EXPEDITED HEARINGS IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES IN AN ORDER OF PROTECTION CASE; AND TO CREATE A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION PROGRAM.
BILL:
HB1615
TO CREATE THE CONSCIENCE PROTECTION ACT; AND TO AMEND THE RELIGIOUS FREEDOM RESTORATION ACT.
BILL:
HB1623
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE OFFENSE OF FLEEING BY MEANS OF A VEHICLE OR CONVEYANCE.
BILL:
HB1665
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER ENTERING UPON A SCHOOL CAMPUS.
BILL:
HB1666
CONCERNING THE PREPARED SCHEDULE OF PROPERTY ORDERED WHEN A JUDGMENT CALLS FOR PROPERTY SUBJECT TO EXECUTION.
BILL:
HB1670
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS HUMAN LIFE PROTECTION ACT AND THE ARKANSAS UNBORN CHILD PROTECTION ACT TO ADD AN EXCEPTION FOR A PREGNANCY THAT IS THE RESULT OF INCEST.
BILL:
HB1672
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE CIVIL ACTION TO ELIMINATE THE AVAILABILITY OF PREMISES USED CONTINUALLY IN CRIMINAL OFFENSES.
BILL:
SB204
TO AMEND THE JUSTICE FOR VULNERABLE VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ABUSE ACT; TO REMOVE THE AGE LIMITATION FOR A VULNERABLE VICTIM TO BRING A CIVIL ACTION; AND TO AMEND THE COMMENCEMENT DATE FOR A CIVIL ACTION.
BILL:
SB266
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE COMMISSION FOR PARENT COUNSEL.
BILL:
SB311
TO AMEND THE LIMITATIONS PERIOD FOR WHEN A PETITION FOR AN INITIAL ORDER OF CHILD SUPPORT MAY BE SOUGHT AND THE PERIOD OF TIME FOR WHICH RETROACTIVE CHILD SUPPORT MAY BE AWARDED.
BILL:
SB312
TO AMEND THE PERIOD OF LIMITATIONS FOR WHEN AN ACTION FOR PATERNITY MAY BE BROUGHT.
BILL:
SB342
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS STATUTORY THRESHOLDS FOR SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS INVOLVING MINORS ACT.
BILL:
SB359
CONCERNING ACCESS TO MEDICAL RECORDS FOR A LEGAL PROCEEDING; AND CONCERNING FEES CHARGED FOR DUPLICATION OF ELECTRONICALLY STORED MEDICAL RECORDS.
BILL:
SB366
AMENDING THE LAW CONCERNING VIOLENT FELONY OFFENSES FOR PURPOSES OF PAROLE; AND TO CLARIFY THAT RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY IS CONSIDERED A VIOLENT FELONY FOR OFFENSES COMMITTED ON OR AFTER APRIL 1, 2015.
BILL:
SB373
CONCERNING THE REORGANIZATION OF LOCAL DISTRICT COURTS TO CREATE THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE DISTRICT COURT SYSTEM.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1010
TO REQUIRE MEDICAID COVERAGE FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHERS FOR ONE YEAR AFTER GIVING BIRTH.
BILL:
HB1011
TO REQUIRE MEDICAID COVERAGE AND REIMBURSEMENT FOR DEPRESSION SCREENING FOR PREGNANT WOMEN.
BILL:
HB1103
TO CREATE THE UNIVERSAL NEWBORN HOME NURSE VISITATION PROGRAM TO PROVIDE HOME VISITATION SERVICES FOR A NEWBORN INFANT AND THE PARENTS OF A NEWBORN INFANT.
BILL:
HB1126
TO EXPAND THE LIST OF MEDICATIONS FOR CONDITIONS OR TREATMENTS THAT ARE NOT COUNTED TOWARDS THE PRESCRIPTION BENEFIT CAP WITHIN THE ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROGRAM.
BILL:
HB1234
TO AMEND THE USED TIRE RECYCLING AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT; TO COMMERCIALIZE THE USED TIRE RECYCLING AND ACCOUNTABILITY PROGRAM; TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS COMMERCE TIRE PROGRAM ACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1266
TO AUTHORIZE CERTAIN MINORS TO CONSENT TO OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION, CHEMICAL ADDICTION OR DEPENDENCY, OR SEXUAL, PHYSICAL, OR EMOTIONAL ABUSE.
BILL:
HB1300
TO AMEND THE PROHIBITION ON NONPROFIT, TAX EXEMPT, OR GOVERNMENTALLY-FUNDED HOSPITALS FROM HOLDING A LICENSED PHARMACY PERMIT FOR THE SALE AT RETAIL OF DRUGS.
BILL:
HB1301
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS HUMAN LIFE PROTECTION ACT AND THE ARKANSAS UNBORN CHILD PROTECTION ACT TO EXCLUDE AN ABORTION IN THE CASE OF A FETAL ABNORMALITY INCOMPATIBLE WITH LIFE.
BILL:
HB1305
TO RESTORE AND PROTECT PARENTAL RIGHTS; AND TO AMEND THE CONSENT TO TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION FOR MINORS.
BILL:
HB1311
TO AMEND THE PROHIBITION OF NONPROFIT, TAX EXEMPT, OR GOVERNMENTALLY-FUNDED HOSPITALS FROM HOLDING A LICENSED PHARMACY PERMIT FOR THE SALE OF DRUGS AT RETAIL.
BILL:
HB1552
TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES CONDUCT A REIMBURSEMENT RATE REVIEW FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION BLOCK GRANT.
BILL:
HB1553
TO MODIFY THE MEDICAID PROVIDER-LED ORGANIZED CARE ACT; AND TO AUTHORIZE AN ABBREVIATED INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT FOR CERTAIN BENEFICIARIES ENROLLED IN A RISK-BASED PROVIDER ORGANIZATION.
BILL:
HB1554
TO ADD DEFINITIONS TO THE MEDICAID FAIRNESS ACT TO ENSURE THAT ALL RULE ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS ARE APPEALABLE.
BILL:
HB1574
TO SUPPORT POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH FOR FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN THROUGH THE ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROGRAM; AND TO ESTABLISH SUPPLEMENTAL REIMBURSEMENT RATES FOR PREVENTIVE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN.
BILL:
HB1581
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING UNENFORCEABLE PROVISIONS IN CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS.
BILL:
HB1583
TO EXEMPT FACILITIES THAT PROVIDE CONTINUING CARE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION A CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY OR A LIFE-CARE FACILITY, FROM THE QUALITY ASSURANCE FEE FOR NURSING FACILITIES.
BILL:
HB1607
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS NIGHTTIME ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION ACT; AND TO REPEAL THE SHIELDED OUTDOOR LIGHTING ACT.
BILL:
HB1611
TO AMEND PORTIONS OF THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW THAT RESULTED FROM INITIATED MEASURE 1948, NO. 4.; AND TO ALLOW ATTORNEY'S FEES TO BE AWARDED ON MEDICAL BENEFITS OR SERVICES AWARDED UNDER THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW.
BILL:
HB1612
TO AMEND PORTIONS OF THE LAW REGARDING CERTAIN WORKERS' COMPENSATION PAYMENTS UNDER THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW THAT RESULTED FROM INITIATED MEASURE 1948, NO. 4.
BILL:
HB1622
TO CREATE THE HEART ATTACK TASK FORCE; AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE HEART ATTACK TASK FORCE.
BILL:
HB1646
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS; AND TO REQUIRE PRICING INFORMATION FOR LIGHTING COMPONENTS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS.
BILL:
HB1667
TO CREATE THE FAIR REIMBURSEMENT AND ASSISTED LIVING COST REPORTING ACT OF 2023.
BILL:
SB79
TO ALLOW FULL INDEPENDENT PRACTICE AUTHORITY FOR CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALISTS; AND TO ALLOW EXPERIENCE IN ANOTHER STATE TO QUALIFY.
BILL:
SB86
TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO STUDY AND REPORT ON THE STATUS OF NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS IN ARKANSAS AND OTHER STATES.
BILL:
SB306
TO AMEND THE ASSET LIMITS FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM; AND TO DIRECT THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES TO REQUEST A BROAD-BASED CATEGORICAL ELIGIBILITY WAIVER.
BILL:
SB410
TO FACILITATE THE ADMINISTRATION OF BOILER INSPECTIONS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1036
TO MODIFY THE INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS OF A SCOOTER-SHARE OPERATOR UNDER THE ELECTRIC MOTORIZED SCOOTER ACT.
BILL:
HB1038
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLES AND AMBULANCES.
BILL:
HB1041
TO AUTHORIZE LOCAL OFFICIALS TO PROVIDE FOR THE OPERATION OF ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES ON DESIGNATED PUBLIC STREETS AND HIGHWAYS.
BILL:
HB1237
TO REGULATE THE BUSINESS OF TAXICAB, AUTOMOBILE, OR SIMILAR VEHICLE ENGAGED IN CARRYING PASSENGERS FOR HIRE.
BILL:
HB1353
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE USE OF HIGHWAY REVENUES DISTRIBUTED TO COUNTY AND CITY FUNDS.
BILL:
HB1480
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DEFENSES TO PROSECUTION FOR OPERATING AN ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE ON A PUBLIC STREET OR HIGHWAY.
BILL:
HB1486
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING DISTRACTED DRIVING; AND TO CREATE ASHTON'S AND ABBIE'S LAW.
BILL:
HB1548
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE PERIOD OF TIME CERTAIN DRIVER'S LICENSE APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO WAIT TO COMPLETE THE DRIVER'S EXAMINATION; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1556
TO CREATE THE PAYMENT TRANSPARENCY FOR DELIVERY OR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ACT; AND TO MANDATE A MINIMUM PAYMENT OF A FARE TO A DELIVERY DRIVER OF CERTAIN COMMON CARRIERS BY MOTOR VEHICLE.
BILL:
HB1567
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE PLACEMENT OF IDENTIFICATION AND SAFETY DEVICES ON A SCHOOL BUS.
BILL:
HB1584
TO AMEND THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A TOW BUSINESS TO GIVE PUBLIC NOTICE IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
BILL:
HB1625
TO CREATE AND ISSUE A DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH A FIREARM DESIGNATION; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE FEES FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A DRIVER'S LICENSE.
BILL:
HB1632
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING IMPLIED CONSENT FOR TESTS TO DETERMINE A PERSON'S BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION FOR A PERSON WHO DRIVES A COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE.
BILL:
HB1633
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE AMOUNT OF PROPERTY DAMAGE TO A VEHICLE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT REQUIRES AN ACCIDENT REPORT BY LAW ENFORCEMENT.
BILL:
HB1635
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE RESTRICTIONS ON A DRIVER WHEN OVERTAKING AND PASSING A VEHICLE ON THE LEFT.
BILL:
HB1671
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE PENALTIES IMPOSED ON A USED MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER FOR A VIOLATION OF THE REQUIRED LICENSING LAWS.
BILL:
SB341
TO AMEND THE COMMERCIAL DRIVER ALCOHOL AND DRUG TESTING ACT TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS.
BILL:
SB375
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DISTRIBUTION AND USE OF FUNDS IN THE COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE FUND.
REVENUE & TAXATION- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1003
TO CREATE INCOME TAX CREDITS FOR BEGINNING FARMERS AND OWNERS OF AGRICULTURAL ASSETS.
BILL:
HB1012
TO AMEND THE STANDARD DEDUCTION FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES; AND TO INCREASE THE STANDARD DEDUCTION.
BILL:
HB1044
TO ADOPT FEDERAL LAW CONCERNING INCOME TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR DEPRECIATION AND THE EXPENSING OF PROPERTY.
BILL:
HB1046
TO AMEND THE LAW GOVERNING STATE SALES AND USE TAXES REGARDING WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE MOTOR VEHICLES.
BILL:
HB1116
TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR TAXPAYERS SIXTY-FIVE (65) AND OLDER IN AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE TAXPAYER'S PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT ON A HOMESTEAD.
BILL:
HB1158
TO CREATE THE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WORKFORCE QUALITY INCENTIVE ACT; AND TO CREATE INCOME TAX CREDITS FOR CERTAIN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION WORKERS AND FOR ELIGIBLE BUSINESS CHILDCARE EXPENSES.
BILL:
HB1172
TO CREATE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR MORTALITY COMPOSTING DEVICES SOLD TO A COMMERCIAL LIVESTOCK OR POULTRY PRODUCER.
BILL:
HB1190
TO PROVIDE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN UTILITIES USED BY A SWINE FARM.
BILL:
HB1194
TO EXEMPT A MANUFACTURER'S REBATE ON A MOTOR VEHICLE FROM SALES AND USE TAX; AND TO EXCLUDE A MANUFACTURER'S REBATE ON A MOTOR VEHICLE FROM THE DEFINITION OF "SALES PRICE" USED FOR PURPOSES OF DETERMINING SALES AND USE TAXES.
BILL:
HB1195
TO AMEND THE SALES TAX LEVIED ON CERTAIN SERVICES; AND TO EXEMPT RESIDENTIAL CLEANING AND JANITORIAL WORK FROM THE SALES TAX.
BILL:
HB1221
TO EXCLUDE CERTAIN INVOLUNTARY SALES OF LIVESTOCK FROM GROSS INCOME UNDER THE INCOME TAX ACT OF 1929.
BILL:
HB1235
TO CREATE AN EXEMPTION FROM SALES TAX FOR ALL PURCHASES BY A NONPROFIT THAT WORKS WITH ARKANSAS CITIZENS WHO HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY OR DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY.
BILL:
HB1239
TO AMEND LAWS CONCERNING THE CORPORATE FRANCHISE TAX; TO REPEAL THE ARKANSAS CORPORATE FRANCHISE TAX ACT OF 1979; AND TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES.
BILL:
HB1240
TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX LAWS RELATING TO CERTAIN TRUSTS; TO PRESERVE CERTAIN TRUST ASSETS; AND TO EXEMPT CERTAIN TRUSTS FROM INCOME TAX.
BILL:
HB1317
TO PROVIDE FOR A REDUCED SALES AND USE TAX RATE FOR NATURAL GAS, ELECTRICITY, AND COAL USED BY A DATA CENTER; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1330
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING TAX-DELINQUENT PROPERTY; AND TO PROVIDE RESTRICTIONS ON THE FORFEITURE OF TAX-DELINQUENT HOMESTEADS AND REAL PROPERTY USED FOR FARMING.
BILL:
HB1342
TO AMEND THE SERVICES TO WHICH SALES TAX APPLIES; AND TO EXEMPT CERTAIN STORAGE SERVICES FROM SALES TAX.
BILL:
HB1345
TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR A TEACHER'S CLASSROOM EXPENSES; AND TO INCREASE THE INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR A TEACHER'S CLASSROOM EXPENSES.
BILL:
HB1346
TO CREATE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR THE PURCHASE OF A BUSINESS VEHICLE BY A FOOD PANTRY; AND TO CREATE A ONE-TIME REBATE OF STATE SALES AND USE TAX FOR THE PURCHASE OF A BUSINESS VEHICLE IN 2022 BY A FOOD PANTRY.
BILL:
HB1364
TO CREATE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR BREAST PUMPS, BREAST PUMP COLLECTION AND STORAGE SUPPLIES, BREAST PUMP KITS, AND RELATED ITEMS.
BILL:
HB1366
TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR PROPERTY TAX PAID ON CERTAIN POULTRY STRUCTURES; AND TO OFFSET THE PROPERTY TAX BURDEN ON POULTRY FARMERS.
BILL:
HB1382
TO CREATE THE REBOOT PILOT PROGRAM; AND TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR BUSINESSES THAT HIRE CERTAIN FORMER OFFENDERS.
BILL:
HB1397
TO EXEMPT PAYMENTS RECEIVED FROM THE RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION FUND FROM GROSS INCOME FOR PURPOSES OF COMPUTING INCOME TAX.
BILL:
HB1400
TO ADOPT THE FEDERAL TAX CREDIT FOR EMPLOYERS WHO PROVIDE PAID FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE FOR THEIR EMPLOYEES.
BILL:
HB1421
TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO CERTAIN RURAL HOSPITAL ORGANIZATIONS; AND TO CREATE THE HELPING ENHANCE ACCESS TO RURAL TREATMENT (HEART) ACT.
BILL:
HB1422
TO ENACT THE PRECEPTOR TAX INCENTIVE PROGRAM; AND TO PROVIDE INCENTIVES FOR CERTAIN MEDICAL OR COUNSELING PROFESSIONALS TO TRAIN STUDENTS WHO ARE LEARNING TO BECOME MEDICAL OR COUNSELING PROFESSIONALS.
BILL:
HB1450
TO AMEND THE ADDITIONAL PENALTIES PROVIDED FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH STATE TAX PROCEDURE; AND TO REPEAL THE ADDITIONAL PENALTY FOR FAILING TO MAKE REQUIRED QUARTERLY ESTIMATED INCOME TAX PAYMENTS.
BILL:
HB1454
TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF A HOMESTEAD FOR PURPOSES OF PROPERTY TAXATION; AND TO PROVIDE THAT CERTAIN DWELLINGS OWNED BY A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY QUALIFY AS A HOMESTEAD.
BILL:
HB1476
TO CREATE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR ELECTRICITY SOLD TO A DATA CENTER; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1491
TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO ADOPT RULES BEFORE ASSESSING OR COLLECTING CERTAIN TAXES.
BILL:
HB1492
TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS; AND TO INCREASE THE INCOME TAX CREDIT ALLOWED FOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS.
BILL:
HB1506
TO CREATE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR PARTS PURCHASED TO REPAIR AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY AND TIMBER EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY.
BILL:
HB1624
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE PROJECTS ELIGIBLE FOR THE INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR SURFACE WATER CONVERSION UNDER THE WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES ACT TO INCLUDE PROJECTS IN CHICOT COUNTY.
BILL:
HB1627
TO CLARIFY THAT MEMBERSHIP DUES PAID TO HUNTING OR FISHING CLUBS ARE EXEMPT FROM SALES TAX.
BILL:
HB1654
TO PROVIDE SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR DATA CENTERS; AND TO PROVIDE A SALES AND USE TAX EXEMPTION FOR DATA CENTER EQUIPMENT, DATA CENTER COSTS, CERTAIN SERVICES PROVIDED TO A DATA CENTER, AND ELECTRICITY USED BY A DATA CENTER.
BILL:
HB1661
TO REPEAL THE SALES AND USE TAX ON FOOD AND FOOD INGREDIENTS; AND TO EXEMPT FOOD AND FOOD INGREDIENTS FROM SALES AND USE TAX.
BILL:
HB1669
TO ELIMINATE BARRIERS TO STARTING A NEW BUSINESS; TO AMEND ARKANSAS INCOME TAX LAW; TO ALLOW CERTAIN NEW BUSINESSES TO DEFER PAYING CERTAIN INCOME TAXES; AND TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS ENTREPRENEUR EXTENSION PROGRAM.
BILL:
SB316
TO ADD THE CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD, RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTORS COMMITTEE, AND THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND LICENSING TO THE LIST OF CLAIMANT AGENCIES FOR PURPOSES OF THE SETOFF AGAINST STATE TAX REFUNDS.
STATE AGENCIES & GOVT'L AFFAIRS- HOUSE
BILL:
HB1025
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING CIRCULATION OF PETITIONS; AND TO LIMIT PETITION CIRCULATION AT POLLING PLACES.
BILL:
HB1248
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MEMBERS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS; AND TO REQUIRE MEMBERS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS TO BE RESIDENTS OF ARKANSAS.
BILL:
HB1302
TO OFFER AND ENSURE COVERAGE OF TRAUMATIC EVENT LICENSED COUNSELING FOR PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYEES; AND TO REQUIRE A STUDY OF AVAILABILITY FOR PEER SUPPORT ACCESS FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS.
BILL:
HB1359
TO ABOLISH CERTAIN BOARDS; TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1444
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S REVIEW OF CONSENT DECREES ENTERED INTO BY COVERED ENTITIES.
BILL:
HB1513
TO CREATE THE ELECTION INTEGRITY WITHIN THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE; TO AMEND THE DUTIES OF THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING VIOLATIONS OF ELECTION LAW.
BILL:
HB1537
TO CREATE THE VOTER INTEGRITY AND VOTER REGISTRATION MODERNIZATION ACT OF 2023; TO ALLOW ELECTRONIC VOTER REGISTRATION; TO AMEND ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, AMENDMENT 51; AND TO AMEND THE DUTIES OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE.
BILL:
HB1593
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS FOURTH AMENDMENT PROTECTION ACT; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE COLLECTION OF ELECTRONIC DATA AND METADATA.
BILL:
HB1596
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE USE OF CAMPAIGN FUNDS AS PERSONAL INCOME; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE USE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS; AND TO AMEND PORTIONS OF INITIATED ACT 1 OF 1990 AND INITIATED ACT 1 OF 1996.
BILL:
HB1598
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING CAMPAIGN FINANCE; TO AMEND ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 19, SECTION 28; AND TO AMEND PORTIONS OF INITIATED ACT 1 OF 1990 AND INITIATED ACT 1 OF 1996.
BILL:
HB1601
TO CREATE A LICENSE FOR A PAID CANVASSER; TO REQUIRE THE SECRETARY OF STATE TO PROMULGATE RULES FOR A TRAINING PROGRAM FOR CANVASSERS AND FOR THE LICENSING OF PAID CANVASSERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1610
TO AMEND THE LAW RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967.
BILL:
HB1614
TO ESTABLISH THE WATER AND SEWER TREATMENT FACILITIES GRANT PROGRAM; TO TRANSFER FUNDING FROM THE SECURITIES RESERVE FUND; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1617
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING POSTMORTEM EXAMINATIONS; AND TO REQUIRE OR RECOMMEND THAT THE STATE MEDICAL EXAMINER CONDUCT A POSTMORTEM EXAMINATION IN CERTAIN CASES.
BILL:
HB1626
CONCERNING THE SELF-INSURED FIDELITY BOND PROGRAM; TO MODIFY THE SELF-INSURED FIDELITY BOND PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN PARTICIPATING GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
HB1642
TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLES" FOR PURPOSES OF DETERMINING MOTOR VEHICLE RESTRICTIONS FOR STATE AGENCIES AND INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
BILL:
HB1648
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING RUNOFF ELECTIONS AND TO PROVIDE FOR A RUNOFF ELECTION FOR CANDIDATES FOR THE SENATE AND THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
BILL:
HB1653
TO PROHIBIT THE PURCHASE OF SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFTS MANUFACTURED OR ASSEMBLED BY A COVERED FOREIGN ENTITY.
BILL:
HJR1001
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING THE SALARIES OF ELECTED CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS OF THE EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT, MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY, SUPREME COURT JUSTICES, COURT OF APPEALS JUDGES, AND PROSECUTING ATTORNEYS.
BILL:
HJR1002
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION CONCERNING THE TAXATION OF PERSONAL PROPERTY AND REAL PROPERTY IN THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.
BILL:
HJR1003
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO CREATE A PROCEDURE FOR THE RECALL OF CERTAIN ELECTED OFFICIALS.
BILL:
HJR1004
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO BE KNOWN AS THE "ARKANSAS TAXPAYER PROTECTION AMENDMENT".
BILL:
HJR1005
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION TO CREATE THE "ARKANSAS TAXPAYER BILL OF RIGHTS".
BILL:
HJR1006
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO PROVIDE THAT LOTTERY PROCEEDS MAY BE USED TO FUND OR PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS TO ARKANSAS CITIZENS ENROLLED IN VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOLS AND TECHNICAL INSTITUTES.
BILL:
HJR1007
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO LEVY AN EXCISE TAX ON CERTAIN TAXABLE SALES TO REIMBURSE COUNTIES FOR THE HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX CREDIT AND ADMINISTER THE APPLICATION OF THE HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX CREDIT.
BILL:
HJR1008
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION TO CREATE THE PROTECT ARKANSAS HEALTHCARE AMENDMENT.
BILL:
HJR1009
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION PROVIDING THAT SUPREME COURT JUSTICES, COURT OF APPEALS JUDGES, CIRCUIT JUDGES, AND DISTRICT JUDGES SHALL BE ELECTED ON A PARTISAN BASIS.
BILL:
HJR1010
A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT CONCERNING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS GOVERNING STATE INSTITUTIONS.
BILL:
HJR1011
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION CONCERNING CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS CONSIDERED BY ELECTORS AT A GENERAL ELECTION.
BILL:
HJR1012
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION PROVIDING THAT THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY MAY ENACT LAWS EXEMPTING PROPERTY FROM TAXATION.
BILL:
HJR1013
AN AMENDMENT TO THE ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION TO REPEAL THE EXCEPTION TO THE PROHIBITION OF SLAVERY AND INVOLUNTARY SERVITUDE.
BILL:
HR1012
TO ENCOURAGE THE UNITED STATES TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF NATIONS.
BILL:
SB62
TO PROHIBIT PUBLIC ENTITIES FROM CONTRACTING WITH COMPANIES THAT BOYCOTT ENERGY, FOSSIL FUEL, FIREARMS, AND AMMUNITION INDUSTRIES.
BILL:
SB71
TO PROHIBIT DISCRIMINATION OR PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE STATE OF ARKANSAS AND OTHER PUBLIC ENTITIES.
BILL:
SB253
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING DAMAGED BALLOTS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTION PROCEDURES.
BILL:
SB272
TO CREATE AN ELECTION INTEGRITY REVIEW PROCESS; TO AMEND THE DUTIES OF THE STATE BOARD OF ELECTION COMMISSIONERS; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ELECTION LAW VIOLATIONS.
BILL:
SB353
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING DRAFTING REQUESTS AND INFORMATION REQUESTS TO LEGISLATIVE EMPLOYEES.
BILL:
SB354
TO TRANSFER THE DUTIES OF CERTAIN BOARDS TO THE STATE BOARD OF APPRAISERS, ABSTRACTERS, AND HOME INSPECTORS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
BILL:
SB377
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING INITIATIVE PETITIONS; TO CREATE A MISDEMEANOR OFFENSE CONCERNING INITIATIVE PETITION SIGNATURES; AND TO ESTABLISH THE DEFINITION OF AND REGULATE PAID PETITION BLOCKERS.
BILL:
SB397
TO AMEND THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE ACT; AND TO ALLOW ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUDICATION DECISIONS TO BE SERVED ELECTRONICALLY.