AR SB220

Amends Arkansas Code § 19-11-213 to clarify that state agencies and political subdivisions may comply with federal contract requirements that conflict with state procurement law.

Exempts municipal utility projects supplying water or wastewater services, operations, or maintenance to federal military installations from Arkansas Procurement Law preferences under § 19-11-259(c) when federal purchasing laws or bidding preferences conflict.

Exempts the same municipal utility projects from public works contract award provisions under Arkansas Code § 22-9-201(d) when federal purchasing laws or bidding preferences conflict.

Declares an emergency, citing the narrow window of opportunity for municipalities to enter third-party contracts for utility facilities serving federal military installations and the importance of maintaining these facilities for national security and state economic stability.

Takes effect immediately upon Governor approval, expiration of veto period, or veto override; approved February 23, 2015.