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AR SB426
Bill
Status
3/29/2017
Primary Sponsor
David Sanders
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AI Summary
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Amends filing requirements for local-option ballot question committees to include the word "disqualification" when describing advocacy activities related to ballot questions.
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Removes the requirement for committees to list all paid canvassers, officers, and directors and their compensation amounts in financial reports.
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Clarifies reporting requirements for two types of ballot question committees, distinguishing between committees defined in § 3-8-702(7)(A) and § 3-8-702(7)(B) with separate statement of organization and financial reporting rules.
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Requires district judges to file statements of financial interest with the Secretary of State instead of the county clerk.
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Makes similar amendments to state-level ballot and legislative question committee disclosure rules under Arkansas Code § 7-9-404 and § 7-9-407, requiring final financial reports regardless of contribution/expenditure thresholds.
Legislative Description
To Amend The Disclosure Act For Public Initiatives, Referenda, And Measures Referred To Voters; Concerning Registration And Reporting Requirements; And Concerning Filing Deadlines.
Last Action
Notification that SB426 is now Act 721
3/29/2017