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AR SJR11
Joint Resolution
Status
4/25/2019
Primary Sponsor
William Bond
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AI Summary
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Reduces the term limit for Arkansas General Assembly members from 16 years to 12 years, whether served consecutively or nonconsecutively.
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Members who complete 12 years of service in the General Assembly become ineligible for 10 years before being allowed to serve again.
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Any subsequent service after the 10-year waiting period cannot exceed 12 additional years, whether consecutive or nonconsecutive.
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Combined service in both the Arkansas House of Representatives and Senate counts toward the 12-year limit, excluding partial terms from special elections or apportionment-related two-year terms.
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Amendment does not affect terms to which members were elected at the 2020 general election and requires voter approval in a general election to take effect.
Legislative Description
A Constitutional Amendment To Amend The Number Of Years That A Member Of The General Assembly May Serve In The General Assembly.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
4/25/2019