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AR HJR1022

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/24/2019

Primary Sponsor

Sarah Capp

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes amendment to Arkansas Constitution Article 5, § 32 to allow the General Assembly to enact laws limiting punitive damages awards in civil actions for injuries resulting in death or injuries to persons or property, including medical injuries.

  • Permits the General Assembly to set caps on punitive damages per claimant while preserving the right to recover actual damages for injuries and maintaining the right of action to survive in death cases.

  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for the amendment to become part of the Arkansas Constitution.

  • Establishes ballot language for voters, with the popular name "An Amendment to the Arkansas Constitution Concerning Limits on Awards of Punitive Damages in Civil Actions."

Legislative Description

A Constitutional Amendment Permitting Limits On Awards Of Punitive Damages.

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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