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AR HB1650
Bill
Status
3/16/2011
Primary Sponsor
Kathy Webb
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $5,000,000 from the General Improvement Fund to the Department of Finance and Administration for grants to fire departments.
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Requires distribution of funds to each county based on percentages prescribed in Arkansas Code 14-284-403.
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Permits fire departments to use grants for maintenance and general operations, firefighting training, equipment purchases, and other fire protection expenses.
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Exempts fire departments receiving these grants from requirements under Act 833 of 1991 and Arkansas Code 14-284-401 through 14-284-411.
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Requires the agency to notify the Speaker of the House at least 30 days before distributing funds, including the name, address, and amount for each recipient; becomes effective July 1, 2011.
Legislative Description
An Act For The Department Of Finance And Administration - Disbursing Officer - Grants To Fire Departments General Improvement Appropriation.
Last Action
House Notification that HB1650 is now Act 300
3/16/2011