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AR HJR1002
Joint Resolution
Status
5/17/2013
Primary Sponsor
Robert Altes
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to limit General Assembly members to a total of 14 years of service, regardless of whether served in the House or Senate.
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Removes previous term limits of 3 consecutive two-year terms for House members and 2 consecutive four-year terms for Senate members.
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Allows service years to be non-consecutive and permits a member to complete a current term even if reaching the 14-year limit during that term.
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Excludes partial terms from special elections and two-year apportionment terms from counting toward the 14-year limit.
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Exempts members actively serving in the General Assembly on the amendment's adoption date from the new term limit restrictions.
Legislative Description
Proposing An Amendment To Amendment No. 73, Section 2, Of The Constitution Of The State Of Arkansas To Limit The Total Number Of Years A Member Of The General Assembly May Serve.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/17/2013