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AR SJR9

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryan King

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to Arkansas Constitution, Article 5, § 20, to allow the State of Arkansas to be sued as a defendant in state court
  • Permits lawsuits against the state specifically to enforce constitutional rights or as otherwise provided by law
  • Requires approval by a majority of all members elected to both the Senate and House of Representatives
  • Must be submitted to Arkansas voters at the next general election for Representatives and Senators for final approval
  • Would modify the state's sovereign immunity protections if adopted by voters

Legislative Description

A Constitutional Amendment Permitting The State Of Arkansas To Be Sued As A Defendant In State Court To Enforce Constitutional Rights Or As Otherwise Provided By Law.

Last Action

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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