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AR HB1040
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Collins
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AI Summary
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Repeals Act 728 of 2021, which made it a misdemeanor to enter or remain within 100 feet of a polling place entrance (except for those entering or leaving to vote)
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Removes criminal penalties for volunteers bringing water or food to voters waiting in line
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Allows family members to accompany elderly or disabled voters and children to join parents in voting lines without criminal liability
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Maintains Arkansas's existing prohibition on electioneering within 100 feet of polling places, which remains separate from the repealed provision
Legislative Description
To Create The Water In Line Act Of 2025; And To Amend The Law Concerning Penalties For Misdemeanor Offenses Related To Voting.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025