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AR HJR1015
Joint Resolution
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jim Dotson
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Constitution Amendment 80, § 3 to allow the General Assembly to prescribe rules of pleading, practice, procedure, and evidence for all courts with a three-fifths vote in each house
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Rules enacted by the General Assembly supersede any conflicting rules prescribed by the Arkansas Supreme Court
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Prohibits legislative rules from abridging, enlarging, or modifying substantive rights and requires preservation of the right to trial by jury
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Amendment becomes effective January 1, 2023, upon voter approval at the next general election
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Establishes specific ballot title and popular name for voter consideration
Legislative Description
A Constitutional Amendment To Permit Legislative Enactment Of Rules Of Pleading, Practice, Procedure, And Evidence For Courts.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
10/15/2021