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AR HB1702
AR HB1702To Create Recall Elections For Members Of School District Boards Of Directors; And To Amend The Law Concerning School District Boards Of Directors.
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Introduced
03/27/2023
03/27/2023
In Committee
03/27/2023
03/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/01/2023
05/01/2023
Introduced Session
94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)
Bill Summary
AN ACT TO CREATE RECALL ELECTIONS FOR MEMBERS OF SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARDS OF DIRECTORS; TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARDS OF DIRECTORS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
AI Summary
This bill creates a recall process for members of school district boards of directors in Arkansas. It amends existing law to allow for recall elections if a petition is signed by at least 35% of the qualified electors in the district. The recall can be initiated for reasons such as moral failings or loss of public trust. The bill outlines the petition process, timing of the recall election, and procedures for filling any resulting vacancies. It also limits members to one recall petition during their elected term.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment (on 05/01/2023)
Taxonomy
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Education
- ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1702&ddBienniumSession=2023%2F2023R | 03/27/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/FTPDocument?path=%2FBills%2F2023R%2FPublic%2FHB1702.pdf | 03/27/2023 |
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