Bill > HB1137

This bill separates the offices of sheriff and tax collector in Searcy County, Arkansas, beginning on January 1, 2027. Currently, these roles may be combined, but the legislation will require them to be distinct positions. At the 2026 general election, Searcy County voters will elect both a sheriff and a tax collector as separate offices. Each elected official will be required to provide a bond guaranteeing the faithful performance of their duties, as is standard practice for public officials. The Searcy County Quorum Court (the county's governing body) will be responsible for determining the compensation for both the sheriff and tax collector within the salary ranges established by the state legislature. Additionally, the Quorum Court will have the authority to approve the hiring of deputies and other allowances for these positions. This change aims to create more specialized and potentially more effective county governance by separating these previously combined administrative roles.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1137&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R