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AR HJR1002
Joint Resolution
Status
4/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Dan Douglas
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AI Summary
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Abolishes the fiscal session of the Arkansas General Assembly and changes the meeting schedule from annual to biennial (every two years)
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Modifies appropriation authority so that all appropriations made after December 31, 2016 shall not exceed a period of two (2) years instead of one (1) fiscal year
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Reduces the maximum duration of a regular biennial session to 60 calendar days (unless extended by two-thirds vote), eliminating the separate 30-day fiscal session limit
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Amends multiple constitutional sections to replace references to "fiscal year" with "biennial period" in appropriation and expenditure provisions
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Becomes effective January 1, 2017 upon voter approval at the next general election; preserves the Governor's authority to call special sessions
Legislative Description
An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Abolish The Fiscal Session Of The General Assembly; And To Provide That The General Assembly Meet Every Two (2) Years.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
4/22/2015