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AR HJR1006
Joint Resolution
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Frances Cavenaugh
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AI Summary
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Creates a constitutional recall procedure allowing qualified electors to remove elected state officials, legislators, and judges through a voter election process.
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Requires recall petitions to be signed by at least 25% of votes cast for Governor in the last election (statewide offices) or within a specific district (district officials).
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Establishes a timeline requiring notice of intent filing, petition circulation within 60-80 days, Secretary of State verification within 30 days, and special election within 90 days (or at next general election if within 120 days).
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Limits recall attempts to one petition per elected official per term; election results are determined by majority vote with "no" votes triggering immediate vacancy filled per law.
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Becomes effective January 1, 2023, upon voter approval at the next general election.
Legislative Description
An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Create A Procedure For The Recall Of A State Constitutional Officer, A Member Of The General Assembly, Or An Elected Judicial Officer.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
10/15/2021