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AR HJR1015

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

10/15/2021

Primary Sponsor

Jim Dotson

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Origin

House of Representatives

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Rules enacted by the General Assembly supersede any conflicting rules prescribed by the Arkansas Supreme Court

  • Prohibits legislative rules from abridging, enlarging, or modifying substantive rights and requires preservation of the right to trial by jury

  • Amendment becomes effective January 1, 2023, upon voter approval at the next general election

  • 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

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/10/2021

Full Bill Text

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