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This bill aims to extend Arkansas's jurisdiction over juvenile justice matters on federal lands, particularly military bases, by making several key changes to state law. The bill begins with legislative findings that highlight concerns raised by the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services about protecting and providing justice for children on military bases. It enables state courts to have exclusive jurisdiction over juvenile delinquency cases involving acts committed on military installations that are considered crimes under state law. The bill allows state, county, and municipal authorities to enter into reciprocal agreements with federal agencies to coordinate services and juridical responsibilities on federal installations, and requires these agreements to be filed with the county clerk and compiled by the Attorney General. Additionally, the bill modifies the process for transferring jurisdiction, allowing the Legislative Council to approve jurisdiction extensions when the General Assembly is not in session. The underlying intent is to remove barriers preventing access to juvenile justice in areas of exclusive federal jurisdiction and to establish a framework for investigating and adjudicating cases referred by the United States Government.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1815&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R