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AR HB1897

Bill

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Charlotte Douglas

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 27-35-112 to prohibit out-of-state licensed wreckers and towing vehicles from performing intrastate towing of motor vehicles in Arkansas unless the other state reciprocally permits Arkansas-licensed wreckers and towing vehicles to operate within that state.

  • Clarifies that any limitation imposed by a county, parish, city, or other political subdivision of another state on Arkansas-licensed wreckers and towing vehicles shall be deemed an action of that state for reciprocity determination purposes.

  • Establishes misdemeanor penalties for owners or operators of out-of-state licensed wreckers or towing vehicles that violate the prohibition, with fines ranging from $100 to $1,000.

  • Provides that each violation constitutes a separate offense.

Legislative Description

To Regulate Towing In Arkansas By A Wrecker Or Similar Tow Vehicle Licensed In Another State.

Last Action

Died in Senate at Sine Die adjournment.

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs3/16/2015
Public Transportation3/10/2015

Full Bill Text

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