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AR HB1475
Bill
Status
4/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Karilyn Brown
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AI Summary
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Establishes a new subchapter in Arkansas Code Title 7, Chapter 9 to govern state participation in Article V conventions called under the U.S. Constitution.
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Defines key terms including "Article V Convention," "delegates," "alternate delegates," "legislative instructions," and "unauthorized amendments" to clarify the scope and limitations of delegate authority.
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Requires the President Pro Tempore of the Senate and Speaker of the House to certify delegates and alternate delegates by written proclamation before they can serve at an Article V Convention.
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Mandates delegates take an oath swearing they will not vote to allow consideration of or approve any "unauthorized amendment" outside the scope defined by the Article V Application and legislative instructions.
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Makes knowingly violating the delegate oath a Class B felony under existing law (usurping government) and permanently bars convicted violators from holding public office or state employment.
Legislative Description
To Provide Statutory Guidance Concerning Interstate Conventions Under Article V Of The United States Constitution.
Last Action
Died in Senate at Sine Die adjournment.
4/22/2015