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AR HB1908

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Wayne Long

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Proof of Residency for Public Assistance Act" requiring state agencies and political subdivisions to verify residency for adult applicants claiming to reside in Arkansas

  • Mandates agencies make "every reasonable effort" to verify residency by requesting one form of documentation from applicants

  • Acceptable proof of residency includes a utility bill or bank statement in the applicant's name from at least 6 months before the application date

  • Arkansas driver's license or state-issued identification card issued within 6 months before the application also qualifies as valid residency documentation

Legislative Description

To Create The Proof Of Residency For Public Assistance Act; To Amend The Law Regarding Public Assistance; And To Require Proof Of Residency For Adult Applicants.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare and Labor3/31/2025

Full Bill Text

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