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AR HJR1012

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Scott Richardson

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Constitution Article 16, § 6 to allow the General Assembly to enact laws exempting property from taxation beyond those already provided in the Constitution.

  • Removes the previous constitutional prohibition that declared all tax exemption laws outside constitutional provisions void.

  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for the amendment to take effect on January 1, 2025.

  • Establishes the ballot title as the Joint Resolution title and sets the popular name as "A Constitutional Amendment Providing that the General Assembly May Enact Laws Exempting Property from Taxation."

Legislative Description

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution Providing That The General Assembly May Enact Laws Exempting Property From Taxation.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/8/2023

Full Bill Text

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