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AR HB2017
Bill
Status
Failed
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Keith Ingram
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 7-4-102(e) to create an exception for "Arkansas border counties" regarding county board of election commissioners member terms
- Members of county boards in non-border counties shall serve three (3) year terms, staggered so one term expires on January 15 of every year
- Defines "Arkansas border county" as a county separated by a navigable river from a city and another state located in a metropolitan statistical area with a population of at least 1,000,000 persons
- Declares an emergency so the act becomes effective upon the Governor's approval, the expiration of the Governor's veto period, or a veto override by the legislature
- Cites proper administration of county elections and efficient operation in certain areas as essential to the state's citizens and public welfare
Legislative Description
To Amend The Laws Regarding The Election Of Members To The County Board Of Election Commissioners And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
House Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
4/27/2011
Committee Referrals
State Agencies and Governmental Affairs3/7/2011
Full Bill Text
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