AR HCR1005

Authorizes Representative Sanders to introduce a bill amending Arkansas Code § 16-93-615(b)(1) regarding parole eligibility for inmates convicted of felonies.

Replaces specific sex offense references (sexual assault in the first and second degree) with broader language covering "any offense for which the inmate is required upon release to register as a sex offender under the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997."

Maintains parole eligibility after serving one-third (1/3) or one-half (1/2) of sentence with meritorious good time credit, depending on seriousness determination by the Arkansas Sentencing Commission.

Excludes from parole eligibility any offenses listed under § 16-93-612(e)(1), which covers offenses ineligible for discretionary transfer.

Preserves parole eligibility for other enumerated felonies including homicide, battery, domestic battering, kidnapping, rape, aggravated robbery, catastrophe, continuing criminal enterprise, and simultaneous possession of drugs and firearms.