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AR HB1998
Bill
Status
Failed
5/17/2013
Primary Sponsor
Jim Nickels
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 21-8-402(5) to clarify the definition of "gift" for public servants, including restructuring and renumbering exemptions from the gift prohibition
- Adds new exemptions for food or beverages provided at conference-scheduled events and food or beverages provided in return for participation in bona fide panel, seminar, or speaking engagement events
- Allows public servants to receive monetary or other awards from state government employers when presented by supervisors or peers through nonprofit organizations, provided the award does not create appearance of private gain or preferential treatment
- Eliminates the "special event" definition under Arkansas Code § 21-8-402(20) and renumbers remaining definitions accordingly
- Modifies lobbyist activity reporting requirements in Arkansas Code § 21-8-604(b)(2) to remove the $40 threshold for payment reporting and adds detailed special event reporting provisions; exempts special events from the prohibition on lobbyists providing food or beverages when not physically present
Legislative Description
To Amend Certain Ethics Laws Of The State Of Arkansas Concerning The Receipt Of Gifts By Public Servants And To Amend Portions Of Arkansas Law Resulting From Initiated Act 1 Of 1988.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/17/2013
Full Bill Text
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