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AR SJR3

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Eddie Williams

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Origin

Senate

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes amendment to Article 16 of the Arkansas Constitution to add a new section requiring the General Assembly to pass a balanced budget for each fiscal year
  • Requires the General Assembly to allocate revenues and other state income that are required by law to be deposited in the State Treasury
  • Mandates passage of a revenue stabilization act as the mechanism for achieving balanced budget requirement
  • Amendment becomes effective upon approval by a majority of electors voting at the next general election for Representatives and Senators

Legislative Description

To Amend The Arkansas Constitution To Require A Balanced State Budget Every Year.

Last Action

Senate Sine Die adjournment

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs2/2/2011

Full Bill Text

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