AR HB1073

Creates the Advanced Energy Jobs Task Force to study how Arkansas can maximize job creation and economic development from the transition to advanced electricity systems with near-zero emissions (defined as 0-50g CO₂e/kWh)

Task force membership includes 10 legislative members (appointed by Senate President Pro Tempore and House Speaker), plus representatives from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, Public Service Commission, Department of Energy and Environment, and Arkansas Advanced Energy Association

Requires the task force to identify workforce training gaps for advanced energy resources including solar, nuclear, fossil fuels with carbon capture, wind, geothermal, and hydropower, and assess existing education and apprenticeship programs

Task force must meet at least monthly (virtually or in-person), with the first meeting within 60-90 days of the act's effective date; nonlegislative members may receive up to $60 per diem for attendance

Final report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation due to the Governor and legislative leaders by December 31, 2026, when the task force expires