Bill > HB1075

This bill prohibits local governments in Arkansas (including counties, cities, and towns) from restricting the sale or use of lawn care devices based on their energy source or imposing specific taxes or fees related to the energy source of those devices. The bill defines a "lawn care device" as any object used for lawn maintenance that is powered by or consumes an energy source to perform its function. Specifically, local governments cannot prevent residents or businesses from using lawn care equipment based on its power source (such as gas, electric, or battery-powered tools) and cannot levy special taxes or fees targeting the device's energy type. However, the bill does not prevent local governments from collecting standard sales and use taxes, purchasing their own lawn care devices with specific energy sources, or enforcing noise ordinances. The legislation appears aimed at protecting consumer choice and preventing local jurisdictions from implementing potentially restrictive regulations on lawn care equipment based on energy considerations.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1075&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R