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AR SB166

AR SB166
To Amend The Law Concerning Emergency Procurements; And To Include A State Of Disaster Emergency In The Definition Of "critical Emergency" For Purposes Of An Emergency Procurement.


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Introduced
01/30/2025
In Committee
02/24/2025
Crossed Over
02/11/2025
Passed
02/26/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/27/2025

Introduced Session

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

Bill Summary

AN ACT TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING EMERGENCY PROCUREMENTS; TO INCLUDE A STATE OF DISASTER EMERGENCY IN THE DEFINITION OF "CRITICAL EMERGENCY" FOR PURPOSES OF AN EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

AI Summary

This bill amends Arkansas procurement law by expanding the definition of "critical emergency" to include two distinct scenarios: (1) the existing definition of an emergency where human life or health is imminently endangered, and (2) a newly added provision that recognizes a state of disaster emergency as declared under § 12-75-107. This modification allows government entities more flexibility in conducting emergency procurements during declared disaster situations, potentially streamlining the process for acquiring necessary goods and services quickly when a disaster has been officially declared. The change appears to broaden the circumstances under which state agencies can use emergency procurement procedures, recognizing that disaster emergencies may require rapid response and procurement outside of standard purchasing protocols. The amendment is relatively concise but significant in expanding the scope of what can be considered a "critical emergency" for procurement purposes.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Notification that SB166 is now Act 207 (on 02/27/2025)

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