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AR SB145
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bryan King
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AI Summary
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Settlement or judgment funds from lawsuits involving the General Improvement Fund or its successor accounts (including the Development and Enhancement Fund) must be deposited into the State Treasury for use by the Division of Arkansas State Police
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Designated funds support two specific purposes: crime reduction and prevention programs, and assistance to the Division of Community Correction for probation, parole, and post-release supervision services
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Creates an exception to the standard process where the Attorney General manages settlement funds, instead redirecting these specific litigation proceeds directly to law enforcement uses
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Amends Arkansas Code § 25-16-718, which governs how the state handles settlement funds from lawsuits where Arkansas receives money
Legislative Description
To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning The Allocation Of Funds Resulting From Litigation Involving The Use Of Funds From The General Improvement Fund Or Its Successor Fund Or Fund Accounts.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025