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This bill allows for cross deputization between municipal, county, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies on federally-recognized tribal lands within Arkansas. Specifically, the bill enables local and state governments to enter into agreements with tribal nations that have federally-recognized lands in the state, which would grant law enforcement officers from different jurisdictions the authority to enforce tribal, state, and local laws across these areas. Cross deputization is a legal mechanism that expands the enforcement powers of law enforcement officers, allowing them to act with legal authority in jurisdictions beyond their original agency's boundaries. This approach can improve public safety, enhance cooperation between different law enforcement agencies, and provide more comprehensive legal coverage in areas with complex jurisdictional boundaries, particularly on tribal lands where multiple legal jurisdictions might traditionally overlap or have unclear enforcement protocols.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1849&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R