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AR SB649
Bill
Status
Failed
4/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Bart Hester
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AI Summary
- Changes annexation ordinance language from "shall not become" to "is not effective" until voters approve the annexation question at a general or special election
- Requires separate ballots and separate vote counting when the area to be annexed has a population less than 60% of the annexing municipality's population
- When a separate vote is required, annexation becomes effective only if a majority of qualified electors voting by separate ballot approve it
- Changes language regarding failed annexations from "shall be null and void" to "is null and void"
- Annexation becomes effective 30 days after the description and map are recorded and filed, or on the date a court judgment becomes final if an action is filed challenging the annexation
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Regarding Annexation Elections.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
4/22/2015
Committee Referrals
City, County & Local Affairs3/2/2015
Full Bill Text
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