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AR HJR1005

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Ann Clemmer

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 14(b) of Article 19 requiring 35% of total lottery proceeds be allocated to scholarships and grants
  • Scholarships and grants directed to Arkansas citizens enrolled in public and private non-profit two and four-year colleges and universities within the state
  • Eligible institutions must be certified according to criteria established by the General Assembly
  • Remaining lottery proceeds after scholarship funding used solely for lottery operating expenses, prizes, and additional scholarships and grants
  • General Assembly authorized to establish eligibility criteria for scholarship and grant recipients
  • Amendment requires voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators

Legislative Description

To Amend The Constitution To Require That At Least Thirty-five Percent (35%) Of The Total Lottery Proceeds Shall Be Used To Fund Scholarships.

Last Action

House Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/8/2011

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