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AR HJR1017

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Jim Dotson

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to amend Arkansas Constitution Amendment 42, sections 1, 2, and 6 regarding the State Highway Commission
  • Removes language restricting the appointment of commissioners to specific congressional districts and instead requires at least one member be appointed from each Congressional District
  • Changes the Director of Highways appointment authority from "the Commission or by statute" to "statute law" only
  • Becomes effective on July 1, 2017, upon voter approval at the next general election
  • Requires a majority vote of both the House and Senate, followed by majority approval from state electors

Legislative Description

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Provide That The State Highway Commission Shall Be Governed In The Same Manner As All Other State Agencies.

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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