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This bill amends Arkansas law concerning contribution limits for ballot question committees and legislative question committees by establishing new rules for financial contributions. The bill prohibits these committees from accepting contributions from prohibited political action committees or foreign individuals/entities, and introduces a comprehensive framework for contribution limits. The Arkansas Ethics Commission will now be responsible for establishing maximum contribution levels for various entities, including individuals, political parties, county political party committees, legislative caucus committees, and approved political action committees. The bill sets strict guidelines about the total aggregate amount of contributions a donor can make during an election, which applies across all ballot questions, even if a committee advocates for multiple questions or withdraws a ballot measure. The legislation also maintains previous provisions prohibiting contributions made under false names and ensures transparency in the donation process. Importantly, the bill allows contributors to donate up to the maximum established limit for each election, whether the ballot question is opposed or unopposed, and requires the Ethics Commission to promulgate rules identifying these adjusted contribution limits.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1773&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R