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AR HJR1012

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/24/2019

Primary Sponsor

Les Warren

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Limits members of the Arkansas House of Representatives to a maximum of 12 years of service, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive
  • Limits members of the Arkansas Senate to a maximum of 12 years of service, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive
  • Caps total service in the General Assembly at 14 years maximum, combining years served in both chambers
  • Allows members completing their 12th or 14th year during a term to serve until the end of that term of office
  • Does not apply to members elected at the 2020 general election, allowing them to complete their elected terms
  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators to become part of the Arkansas Constitution

Legislative Description

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution Restoring Arkansas Term Limits.

Last Action

Died on House Calendar at Sine Die Adjournment

4/24/2019

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/14/2019

Full Bill Text

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