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AR HJR1011

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Meeks

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Constitution Article 5, § 5(c) to allow non-appropriation bills to be considered during fiscal sessions if filed within a 14-day window (7 days before through 7 days after the session begins)

  • Non-appropriation bills filed outside the 14-day window may still be considered if two-thirds of members in each house approve

  • Current law requires two-thirds approval for any non-appropriation bill during fiscal sessions; this amendment removes that requirement for timely-filed bills

  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators before taking effect

  • Constitutional amendment would become effective January 1, 2027

Legislative Description

A Constitutional Amendment Concerning The Consideration Of Bills Other Than Appropriation Bills During A Fiscal Session Of The General Assembly.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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