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AR SB584

Bill

Status

Passed

3/28/2017

Primary Sponsor

Eddie Williams

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Origin

Senate

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 16-10-102(b) to change the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts qualifications from matching district judge requirements to qualifications determined by the Supreme Court
  • Removes the requirement that the director possess the same qualifications and restrictions as district judges
  • Declares an emergency citing the upcoming vacancy in the director position and the need for the Supreme Court to consider a broader pool of qualified candidates
  • Becomes effective upon governor approval, expiration of veto period, or veto override
  • Approved by the Governor on March 27, 2017

Legislative Description

Concerning The Qualifications Of The Director Of The Administrative Office Of The Courts; And To Declare An Emergency.

Last Action

Notification that SB584 is now Act 698

3/28/2017

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs3/14/2017
State Agencies & Governmental Affairs3/6/2017

Full Bill Text

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