AR HB1530

Amends Arkansas Code § 7-6-203(g)(1) to specify how candidates must dispose of surplus campaign funds within 30 days following the end of the month in which an election is held or a candidate withdraws

Candidates may redirect surplus funds to the State Treasurer for the General Revenue Fund Account of the State Apportionment Fund, a political party or party caucus, or certain nonprofit organizations

Adds 501(c)(4) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations as an eligible recipient of surplus campaign funds, expanding beyond the existing 501(c)(3) nonprofit category

Permits candidates to donate surplus funds to first-class cities, second-class cities, or incorporated towns

Allows candidates to refund surplus campaign funds to original contributors to their campaign