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AR SB579
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Matt McKee
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AI Summary
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Prohibits public employers in Arkansas from deducting labor organization membership dues, fees, or contributions from public employee compensation through payroll deduction
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Exempts public safety employees from the prohibition, including law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, corrections officers, and those who support or direct public safety functions
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Defines "labor organization" to include labor unions tax-exempt under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(5) and professional employee associations tax-exempt under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(6)
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Applies to all levels of public employment including state agencies, state-supported colleges and universities, courts, county governments, municipalities, and regional governing bodies
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Adds new section 21-1-107 to Arkansas Code Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning Public Officers And Employees; And To Prohibit A Public Employer From Deducting Labor Organization Membership Dues From The Compensation Of A Public Employee.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025