HOUSE JOURNAL; ENGROSSED AND ENROLLED BILLS
Referred Bills
Bill No.
Bill Subtitle
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Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Status
TO REGULATE E-CIGARETTES, VAPOR PRODUCTS AND ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE PRODUCTS; AND TO AMEND CERTAIN LAWS CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PROCUREMENT; AND TO GIVE PRIORITY TO A FIRM RESIDENT IN ARKANSAS OWNED BY A SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN.
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING LEASING FROM OWNERS OR ASSIGNS OF LESS THAN ONE NET MINERAL ACRE IN A DRILLING UNIT.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING COMMUNITY COLLEGES.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ASSESSMENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PERSONAL FINANCE COURSES IN PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS.
TO REQUIRE THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE TEST ASSESSMENT AND AMERICAN COLLEGE TEST PREPARATION PROGRAMS IN ALL PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS.
TO AMEND THE TEACHER EXCELLENCE AND SUPPORT SYSTEM.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RESTRICTIONS ON CURRENT AND FORMER EMPLOYEES.
TO INCREASE ACCESS TO MEDICATIONS RELATED TO CONTAGIOUS DISEASES.
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING THE HANDLING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BY A MINOR.
TO ENSURE THAT THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE FLAG OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS IS FLOWN AT EACH STATE-SUPPORTED INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING SCHOOL ELECTIONS.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING DUTY-FREE LUNCH PERIODS FOR CLASSIFIED SCHOOL EMPLOYEES.
ALLOWING FOR INCREASING THE RANGE OF SENTENCING FOR TRAFFIC OFFENSES AND INSURING FAIRNESS FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVERS.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS ALCOHOL LAWS TO ALLOW CERTAIN MANAGING AGENTS TO SERVE AS AN EXCEPTION TO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS.
TO CREATE A PROCEDURE FOR CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR CANDIDATES; AND TO REQUIRE THAT A CANDIDATE HAVING CRIMINAL HISTORY BE GIVEN NOTICE PRIOR TO THE ELECTION THAT HE OR SHE IS NOT QUALIFIED TO HOLD OFFICE.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING QUALIFICATIONS FOR CERTAIN PERSONS CONDUCTING ELECTIONS; AND TO REQUIRE TRAINING FOR ALL COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSIONERS, POLL WORKERS, AND CERTIFIED ELECTION MONITORS.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT OF 1967.
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING INVESTIGATIONS OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT.
TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING PUBLIC UTILITIES; TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF "PUBLIC UTILITY"; AND TO EXEMPT CERTAIN PROVIDERS FROM THE DEFINITION OF "PUBLIC UTILITY".
TO REFORM THE STRUCTURE OF THE ARKANSAS HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE.
CONCERNING THE SENTENCING OF A CRIMINAL DEFENDANT; CONCERNING ALTERNATIVE SENTENCES; AND CONCERNING PREADJUDICATION AND POSTADJUDICATION PROBATION PROGRAMS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING VOTING IN ELECTIONS; AND TO EXTEND THE TIME TO VOTE IN CERTAIN ELECTIONS.
TO REPEAL ARKANSAS CODE § 6-17-1115 CONCERNING GROUP DISABILITY INSURANCE FOR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS.
CONCERNING STATE CATEGORICAL FUNDING FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING FUNDING FOR TWO-YEAR INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING POSTSECONDARY REMEDIATION.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RETENTION OF APPROPRIATE RECORDS BY AN INSURANCE COMPANY AND AN INSURANCE PRODUCER.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE PROCESS FOR ISSUING PERMITS TO DISPENSE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
TO AMEND THE STATUTE CONCERNING THE CREATION, MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS, AND PHYSICAL LOCATION OF THE ARKANSAS TOWING AND RECOVERY BOARD.
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING THE SCOPE OF A STATE PERMIT AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF BEER AND LIGHT WINE.
TO AMEND THE REQUIREMENTS RELATED FOR NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH STATE CATEGORICAL FUNDING.
AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL INTEREST LICENSE PLATE TO PROMOTE THE ARKANSAS ALLIANCE OF BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS, INC. AND TO REPEAL PORTIONS OF THE LAW CONCERNING THE ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN LICENSE PLATES.
TO AMEND THE LAW REGARDING WASTE TIRE FEES AT RETAIL.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE TIME LIMITATIONS FOR FILING AN AMENDED RETURN OR CLAIMING A REFUND OR CREDIT FOR AN OVERPAYMENT OF A STATE TAX.
TO ADOPT YEAR-ROUND STANDARD TIME AND ELIMINATE DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME IN ARKANSAS.
TO ALLOW FIRST RESPONDERS AND FAMILY MEMBERS TO OBTAIN, POSSESS, AND ADMINISTER OPIATE ANTAGONISTS.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE PREVENTION AND DETECTION OF FRAUD AND OTHER IMPROPER ACTIVITIES WITHIN STATE GOVERNMENT.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE TRAINING.
TO REFORM THE ARKANSAS HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE.
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS EMERGENCY SERVICES ACT OF 1973; TO ADVANCE PUBLIC SAFETY; TO ENHANCE AND STRENGTHEN INTEROPERABILITY ACROSS ARKANSAS; AND TO ESTABLISH THE ARKANSAS INTEROPERABLE COMMUNICATIONS EXECUTIVE COUNCIL.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE REPORTING OF WASTE OR MISUSE OF PUBLIC FUNDS BY ARKANSAS MEDICAID PROVIDERS
CONCERNING THE REORGANIZATION OF THE LOCAL DISTRICT COURTS TO STATE DISTRICT COURTS IN THE THIRTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT.
TO REGULATE THE IMPORTATION OF WINE FROM STATES THAT IMPOSE CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION STANDARDS ON ARKANSAS PRODUCERS OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS THAT ARE IMPORTED INTO THOSE STATES.
CONCERNING MEDICAL RELEASE OF AN INMATE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION.
TO ESTABLISH AUTHORIZATION FOR AND USE OF A MONITORING DEVICE IN A LONG TERM CARE FACILITY; TO PROVIDE FOR WAIVERS; AND TO PROVIDE FOR ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES.
CONCERNING THE SENTENCES OF LIFE AND LIFE WITHOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF PAROLE FOR THE COMMISSION OF A CRIMINAL OFFENSE.
TO PROVIDE FOR TAX EXEMPTIONS RELATING TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CITY PARK.
TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING LOAD LIMITS FOR VEHICLES HAULING CERTAIN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS.
TO INCREASE THE INSURANCE REIMBURSEMENT RATE FOR CERTIFIED NURSE PRACTITIONERS.
TO REQUIRE INTERNAL AUDIT REPORTS PREPARED BY OR FOR ENTITIES OF THE STATE OR ITS POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS TO BE FILED WITH THE DIVISION OF LEGISLATIVE AUDIT.
TO ENSURE THAT STATE AND FEDERAL FUNDS ARE DIRECTED TO RESPONSIBLE HEALTHCARE IN-HOME CAREGIVERS WHO PROVIDE CARE TO MEDICAID BENEFICIARIES.
TO ENSURE THAT AN INCREASE IN THE MINIMUM TEACHER SALARY SCHEDULE IS NOT AN UNFUNDED MANDATE.
TO AMEND LAWS CONCERNING FEES CHARGED BY THE OFFICE OF MOTOR VEHICLE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION.
CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLE LIENS, ENCUMBRANCES, AND TITLE RETENTION INSTRUMENTS; AND TO REGULATE FILING REQUIREMENTS.
TO REGULATE THE WATER RATES BY A WATER PROVIDER TO NONRESIDENT CONSUMERS.
TO REGULATE THE APPEAL PROCEDURES OF AN INSURER FOR AN ADVERSE DETERMINATION DECISION OR THE DENIAL OF COVERAGE DUE TO A CHRONIC ILLNESS OF THE INSURED.
TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO REPORT ON THE REVENUE IMPACT OF EACH TAX AND EACH TAX CREDIT, DEDUCTION, AND EXEMPTION.
CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC UTILITY SERVICE TO CONSUMERS; AND TO AUTHORIZE ELECTRIC UTILITIES TO PROVIDE PREPAID ENERGY PROGRAMS.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING LICENSURE.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ALTERNATIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE TRAINING.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DEFINITION OF "INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR" FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES LAW.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OF STATE EMPLOYEES; AND TO ALLOW A STATE EMPLOYEE TO CONTRIBUTE TO CERTAIN COLLEGE SAVINGS PLANS WITH A VOLUNTARY DEDUCTION FROM HIS OR HER PAY.
TO PROVIDE FOR PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FOR TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES AND PROJECTS; AND TO CREATE THE PUBLIC-PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION ACT.
TO REGULATE SECURITIES; AND TO REVISE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS AND EXEMPTIONS UNDER SECURITIES LAWS.
TO CLARIFY THE TAX TREATMENT OF CERTAIN FOOD PRODUCTS.
TO ESTABLISH THE CAMPUS SAFETY ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2015.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING ANNEXATION AND MUNICIPAL SERVICES.
Monday, March 9, 2015
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ACT PREPARATORY TRAINING.
TO AMEND THE ARKANSAS MULTI-AGENCY INSURANCE TRUST FUND ACT; TO PROVIDE FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY THREAT MITIGATION; TO ALLOW FOR ASSESSING AND INSURING RISK CONCERNING CYBERSECURITY; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, DIVISION OF AGRICULTURE.
CONCERNING THE ROLE OF A PROSECUTING ATTORNEY REGARDING THE RELEASE OF REPORTS AND ANALYTICAL WORK PERFORMED BY THE STATE CRIME LABORATORY.
TO REQUIRE TRANSPARENCY OF ALL STATE CONTINGENCY FEE CONTRACTS WITH PRIVATE ATTORNEYS.
TO REQUIRE THE STATE PLANT BOARD TO ESTABLISH STANDARDS FOR AND TO TEST FOR DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES THAT AFFECT LUBRICITY.
TO AMEND THE WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES ACT.
TO REPEAL MOTOR VEHICLE DEALER SERVICE AND HANDLING FEES.
TO CREATE THE STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF THE COSMETOLOGY INDUSTRY.
CONCERNING THE CARRYING OF A CONCEALED HANDGUN BY A CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSEE.
TO EVALUATE ALL MEDICAL PROFESSION BOARDS TO ENSURE EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THE BOARD.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS.
AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING DRIVER'S LICENSE REINSTATEMENT FEES.
TO ESTABLISH A MEDICAID PROGRAM CLAIM SCRUBBING PROCESS.
TO REQUIRE A STUDENT ENTERING INTO A MEDICAL PROFESSION EDUCATION PROGRAM TO UNDERGO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS AND BEFORE LICENSURE.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY OVER CERTAIN PROVIDERS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING REFUSE DISPOSAL BY CERTAIN MUNICIPALITIES.
TO ESTABLISH A PUBLIC CORRUPTION HOTLINE TO RECEIVE COMPLAINTS OF MISUSE OF PUBLIC FUNDS OR ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES BY GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS.
TO REQUIRE THAT ISOLATED FUNDING AND ISOLATED SPECIAL NEEDS FUNDING ARE CONSIDERED A PART OF ADEQUACY AND ARE GIVEN THE SAME INFLATIONARY ADJUSTMENT.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ADEQUACY AND EQUITY IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
TO AUTHORIZE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL TO REACH A COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT OF THE DEER/MT. JUDEA SCHOOL FUNDING LAWSUIT.
TO MODIFY THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR ISOLATED FUNDING AND ISOLATED SPECIAL NEEDS FUNDING, INCLUDING THE DISTRIBUTION OF THOSE FUNDS.
TO REMOVE TRANSPORTATION FUNDING FROM THE FOUNDATION FUNDING CALCULATION AND CREATE A TRANSPORTATION CATEGORICAL FUNDING; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
TO AMEND THE LAWS PERTAINING TO THE MARKETING, LABELING, AND IDENTIFICATION OF CATFISH AND CATFISH-LIKE SPECIES AND PRODUCTS.
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS GRAIN DEALERS ACT; TO REGULATE GRAIN DEALERS; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING METAL TRANSPORTER PLATES ISSUED UNDER ARKANSAS CODE § 27-14-1806.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING APPOINTMENTS TO AND MEMBERSHIP ON CERTAIN BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE BODIES.
TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING THE CONTROL OF CONTAGIOUS DISEASES IN LIVESTOCK.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS CONCERNING USE OF A HANDHELD WIRELESS DEVICE IN A SCHOOL ZONE AND USE OF A HANDHELD WIRELESS DEVICE IN A CONSTRUCTION ZONE.
TO PROHIBIT A HEALTH CARRIER FROM DENYING COVERAGE FOR HEALTHCARE SERVICES DUE TO AN INJURY SUSTAINED BY AN INSURED WHILE THE INSURED IS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE.
TO ENSURE THAT SCHOOL DISTRICTS ARE PROVIDED ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR PERSONNEL AND TRANSPORTATION.
TO ESTABLISH A STATE BUSINESS PORTAL WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE; AND TO PROMOTE EFFICIENT INTERACTIONS BETWEEN BUSINESS AND STATE GOVERNMENT.
TO PROMOTE FAIRNESS IN THE BIDDING PRACTICES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLICLY FUNDED PROJECTS; AND TO REQUIRE JUSTIFICATION OF AWARDING A PUBLICLY FUNDED PROJECT TO A BIDDER OTHER THAN THE LOW BIDDER.
TO AMEND VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS.
TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS AT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS.
TO ALLOW A CITY OF THE FIRST CLASS OR THE SECOND CLASS TO AUTHORIZE BY ORDINANCE THE ISSUANCE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL BOARD PERMITS TO RESTAURANTS FOR THE SALE OF MIXED DRINKS.
CONCERNING SCENIC HIGHWAY DESIGNATIONS AND TO REDESIGNATE THE GREAT RIVER ROAD.
TO AMEND LAWS CONCERNING SPEED LIMITS IN CONSTRUCTION ZONES.
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBILITY AND CONSUMER CONVENIENCE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT COLLECTION AND RECOVERY ACT;TO REQUIRE A RECOVERY PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN COMPUTING, DISPLAY, AND PRINTING EQUIPMENT.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING THE PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED WHEN A VOTER REQUIRES ASSISTANCE IN CASTING HIS OR HER BALLOT.
TO PROMOTE, RECRUIT, AND RETAIN A HIGHLY SKILLED WORKFORCE IN THIS STATE; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING LICENSING, REGISTRATION, AND CERTIFICATION FOR CERTAIN PROFESSIONS.
REQUIRING THE PREPARATION OF A CONSTITUTIONAL ISSUE ASSESSMENT FOR CERTAIN BILLS FILED WITH THE SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
TO ESTABLISH THE ARKANSAS HEALTH PREVENTION AND WORKFORCE WELLNESS ACT; AND TO PROMOTE HEALTHY LIVING AND HABITS THROUGH BUSINESS OR EMPLOYER-SPONSORED INCENTIVES FOR EMPLOYEES.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE DECLARATION OF A COMMON NUISANCE.
CONCERNING COURT REPORTERS; CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF COURT REPORTING.
TO AMEND VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING MAKE-UP DAYS FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
TO ESTABLISH A HIGHWAY DESIGNATION FOR GOLD STAR FAMILIES.
TO AUTHORIZE RACIAL AND ETHNIC IMPACT STATEMENTS; AND TO ADDRESS RACIAL AND ETHNIC DISPARITIES.
CONCERNING SPECIAL AND PARTIAL CENSUSES; AND TO PROVIDE AUTHORITY AND PROCEDURES FOR A PARTIAL SPECIAL CENSUS TO BE USED FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF HIGHWAY REVENUES.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE NUMBER OF LIQUOR SALES PERMITS THAT MAY BE ISSUED REGARDING SMALL FARM WINES, BEER, AND LIGHT WINES.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAW CONCERNING REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES, PER DIEM, AND MILEAGE COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING HAZING.
LIMITING THE LIABILITY OF A LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY FOR ACTS COMMITTED BY A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER IN THE AGENCY'S EMPLOYMENT WHILE THE OFFICER IS WORKING FOR A THIRD PARTY OUTSIDE OF HIS OR HER NORMAL WORKING HOURS.
TO REDUCE THE SIZE OF THE STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING THE TEACHER EXCELLENCE AND SUPPORT SYSTEM.
PERMITTING A PROCESS SERVER TO ACCESS CERTAIN UTILITY COMPANY OR UTILITY SYSTEM INFORMATION.
TO AMEND THE SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING FUND ACT REGARDING THE COLLECTION OF FUNDS FOR THE COMPUTER AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT RECYCLING PROGRAM.
TO ESTABLISH THE TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY SERVICES ACT; AND TO REGULATE A TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY AND TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY SERVICES.
TO AMEND THE METHODS OF COLLECTING DELINQUENT TAXES, PENALTIES, AND INTEREST ON MINERAL INTERESTS.
TO ESTABLISH A HUMAN TRAFFICKING CALL CENTER; AND CONCERNING THE REPORT OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING OFFENSES TO LAW ENFORCEMENT.
CONCERNING THE CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND SENTENCES FOR PERSONS CONVICTED OF PATRONIZING A PROSTITUTE OR OTHER SIMILAR OFFENSE.
TO CREATE AN ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING LICENSE PLATE.
TO PROVIDE A SAFE HARBOR FOR VICTIMS OF CERTAIN CRIMINAL OFFENSES.
TO INCREASE THE FILING FEE FOR A DIVORCE ACTION; AND TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR REHABILITATIVE SERVICES FOR CERTAIN VICTIMS OF CRIME.
TO CLARIFY AND RESTORE THE LAW IN TEMPORARY TOTAL DISABILITY BENEFIT DETERMINATIONS AND EMPLOYEE MISCONDUCT AS A BASIS FOR TERMINATION UNDER THE WORKERS' COMPENSATION LAW THAT RESULTED FROM INITIATED ACT NO. 4 OF 1948.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING PUBLIC EDUCATION.
TO MODIFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR A PERSONAL FINANCE COURSE.
TO AMEND THE STATUTES REGARDING TOBACCO PRODUCTS; AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE LIMITED DISCLOSURE OF CERTAIN INFORMATION RELATING TO TOBACCO SALES AND TAXATION.
CONCERNING THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LETHAL INJECTION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
Friday, March 6, 2015
TO PROVIDE INCENTIVES FOR THE PURCHASE OF ORGANIC MATERIALS.
CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ARKANSAS P20W EDUCATIONAL DATA SYSTEM; AND TO IMPLEMENT THE ARKANSAS P20W EDUCATIONAL DATA SYSTEM ACT.
TO ESTABLISH AN INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX CREDIT OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM; AND TO CREATE AN INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR TUITION PAYMENTS FOR DEPENDENTS WITH CERTAIN DISABILITIES.
TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS ACADEMIC CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM – PART 2.
TO MODIFY THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ASSESSMENTS.
TO PROVIDE FOR FREE ACCESS TO THE STATUTORY PORTION OF THE ARKANSAS CODE THROUGH ELECTRONIC MEANS WITH NO RESTRICTIONS ON USE.
TO PROVIDE INCENTIVES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT; AND TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ACT.
TO REQUIRE A WATER PROVIDER TO EXTEND WATER UTILITY SERVICE TO NONRESIDENT CONSUMERS AND PROPERTY OWNERS.
TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF A VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED TAX TO ADDRESS DECLINING FUEL TAX REVENUES.
TO REGULATE EMBALMING, CREMATING, FUNERAL DIRECTING, TRANSPORTING HUMAN REMAINS, THE OPERATION OF FUNERAL ESTABLISHMENTS, CREMATORIUMS, TRANSPORT SERVICES, AND THE STATE BOARD OF EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS.
CREATING THE LIFETIME CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE; AND ESTABLISHING THE REQUIREMENTS, CRITERIA, AND FEES FOR THE LIFETIME CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE.
AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING THE REPARATION OF LANDFILLS; AND TO AUTHORIZE THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TO USE LANDFILL CLOSURE FUNDS FOR THE CLOSURE OF WASTE TIRE FACILITIES
Thursday, March 5, 2015
TO AMEND VARIOUS PROVISIONS OF TITLE 6 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE.
TO AMEND LAWS CONCERNING PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS AND PRIVATE SECURITY AGENCIES; AND TO CLARIFY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AND THE AUTHORITY TO OPERATE AS A GUARD COMPANY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY.
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS WINE GRANTS EQUALIZATION ACT.
TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS.
AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL LIMITED VENUESFOR THE SALE OF RAFFLE TICKETS BY CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
TO PROTECT THE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF A PUTATIVE FATHER; AND TO VACATE AN ADOPTION WITHIN SIX (6) MONTHS FROM THE FINAL ADOPTION ORDER UPON EVIDENCE OF FRAUD OR A LACK OF KNOWLEDGE OF THE CHILD'S EXISTENCE.
TO REGULATE COLLECTION ACTIVITIES AND THE PRACTICES OF COLLECTION AGENCIES.
TO REFORM RATE MAKING OF PUBLIC UTILITIES; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.
TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A RESTRICTED DRIVING PERMIT UPON SUSPENSION OF THE DRIVER'S LICENSE OF A SPECIALTY COURT PROGRAM PARTICIPANT.
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
TO AMEND THE FIRE PREVENTION ACT; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING FIRE PREVENTION.
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
TO CREATE THE COMBATING PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE ACT; AND TO AMEND THE LAWS CONCERNING THE PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM.
CONCERNING THE OFFENSE OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING; CONCERNING PERSONS WHO ENGAGE IN HUMAN TRAFFICKING; AND CONCERNING PERSONS WHO CONTRIBUTE TO THE OFFENSE OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING.
TO AMEND ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 19, SECTION 31, BY LAW AS PERMITTED BY ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE 19, SECTION 31(L).
Monday, March 2, 2015
TO ENSURE STATE-FUNDED PREKINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS FOLLOW BEST PRACTICES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AND STAFFING QUALIFICATIONS.
Thursday, February 26, 2015
CONCERNING THE METHODS USED FOR CARRYING OUT A DEATH SENTENCE FOR CAPITAL MURDER OR TREASON.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION OF A QUORUM COURT.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
TO REDUCE THE INCOME TAX APPLICABLE TO CAPITAL GAINS.
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
REQUIRING THAT CERTAIN JUVENILES FIRST BE CONVICTED OR FOUND DELINQUENT BEFORE A LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY MAY TAKE HIS OR HER FINGERPRINTS.
Monday, February 9, 2015
TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX LAWS; AND TO AMEND THE INCOME TAX APPLICABLE TO CAPITAL GAINS.
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
CONCERNING BAIL BONDS; CONCERNING THE PROFESSIONAL BAIL BOND COMPANY AND PROFESSIONAL BAIL BONDSMAN LICENSING BOARD; CONCERNING BAIL BONDSMAN LICENSING; CONCERNING BAIL BONDS AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM.
Monday, February 2, 2015
CONCERNING THE BENEFITS OF LOCAL FIREMEN'S RELIEF AND PENSION FUNDS AND LOCAL POLICEMEN'S PENSION AND RELIEF FUNDS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLANS; TO SPECIFY THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF ALL TAXPAYER-FUNDED RETIREMENT SYSTEMS; AND TO SPECIFY THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF ALL PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEMS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RETIREMENT CREDIT AND THE ARKANSAS LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Thursday, January 29, 2015
TO AMEND THE STATUTES CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
TO AMEND THE STATUTES CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
TO AMEND THE STATUTES CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE RETIREMENT SYSTEM; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING LOCAL POLICE AND FIRE PENSION AND RELIEF FUNDS.
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
TO CREATE THE ARKANSAS VETERANS TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY RECOVERY AND TREATMENT ACT.
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
CONCERNING THE RATIO OF PHARMACY TECHNICIANS TO SUPERVISING PHARMACISTS.
TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING RETIREMENT AND PENSIONS.
TO AMEND AND UPDATE THE ARKANSAS ATHLETIC TRAINERS ACT.
Monday, January 26, 2015
TO STIMULATE JOB CREATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WHILE PRESERVING HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDARDS.
Tuesday, January 20, 2015
TO AMEND THE STATUTES CONCERNING THE ARKANSAS TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
Monday, January 12, 2015
CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY OF THE ARKANSAS ETHICS COMMISSION TO INTERPRET ARKANSAS CONSTITUTION, AMENDMENT 94; TO AMEND ARKANSAS LAWS RESULTING FROM AN INITIATED ACT; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.