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AR HJR1006

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

David Branscum

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to define "infamous crime" under Arkansas Constitution, Article 5, Section 9, which bars convicted persons from holding General Assembly seats or state offices of trust or profit

  • Defines "infamous crime" to include: any felony offense; abuse of office as defined under Arkansas law; tampering as defined under Arkansas law; or any misdemeanor involving deceit, fraud, or false statement (including election-related misdemeanors)

  • Requires submission of the amendment to Arkansas voters at the next general election for Representatives and Senators, becoming effective upon majority approval

  • Establishes the ballot title as "A Constitutional Amendment to Define the Term 'Infamous Crime' as Used in Arkansas Constitution, Article 5, Section 9"

Legislative Description

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Define The Term "infamous Crime" As Used In Arkansas Constitution, Article 5, Section 9.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

Constitutional Amendments2/11/2015

Full Bill Text

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