Bill > HB1196

This bill separates the offices of sheriff and tax collector in Montgomery County, Arkansas, effective January 1, 2027. Currently, these roles may be combined, but the legislation will require them to be distinct positions. At the 2026 general election, voters in Montgomery County will elect both a sheriff and a tax collector as separate officers, with each taking office on January 1, 2027. Both the sheriff and tax collector will be required to provide a bond ensuring the faithful performance of their duties, and their compensation will be determined by the Montgomery County Quorum Court (the county's governing body) within a salary range set by the state General Assembly. Each officer will also have the ability to hire deputies and receive other allowances as determined by the Quorum Court. This change aims to create more specialized and focused leadership for these two important county administrative roles.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1196&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R