Bill > HJR1010

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would allow the Arkansas State Senate to remove members of various boards and commissions through a specific process. Specifically, the Senate would be empowered to remove board or commission members before their term expires by a two-thirds vote, but only "for cause" and after providing notice and conducting a hearing. The proposed amendment would apply to several specific commissions and boards, including the Independent Citizens Commission, boards established under existing constitutional amendments, the Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission, the Medical Marijuana Commission, and potentially other boards established by Arkansas constitution or law. The removal method would be supplemental to existing removal procedures, meaning it provides an additional avenue for removal beyond current mechanisms. If approved by voters at the next general election, the amendment would become effective January 1, 2027. The resolution emphasizes that removal can only occur after proper notice and a hearing, ensuring a fair process for potentially removing commission or board members who are found to have engaged in conduct warranting removal.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hjr1010&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R