Bill > SB575

This bill proposes several changes to how certain fees in Arkansas's justice system are collected and distributed, primarily shifting the designation of various fees from special revenue to general revenue. Specifically, the bill modifies how driver's license reinstatement fees, installment fees in circuit and district courts, and court technology fees are handled financially. The most significant new provision is the creation of a Justice System Fee Task Force, which will comprehensively study and analyze fees in the state's justice system. The task force, consisting of 13 members from various legal and governmental entities, will conduct a detailed examination of existing fees, including their amounts, purposes, revenue generation, and effectiveness. The task force is required to submit a final report with recommendations to the Legislative Council, Governor, and Supreme Court by December 1, 2026, with the goal of potentially improving the fee structure to reduce barriers for individuals involved in the justice system and potentially lower recidivism. The bill's provisions related to fee distributions will take effect on July 1, 2026, and the task force will expire on December 31, 2026.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=sb575&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R