Arkansas Senate Bill SR29

Arkansas 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/28/22
• Failed: 3/15/22

Caption

To Celebrate The Bureau Of Legislative Research For Assisting The General Assembly For Seventy-five (75) Years.

Impact

The resolution acknowledges the Bureau's pivotal role in the legislative process by honoring its long-standing service. By highlighting this institution, SR29 reinforces the importance of research and support services in facilitating the work of the General Assembly, which ultimately benefits the governance of the State of Arkansas.

Summary

Senate Resolution 29 (SR29) celebrates the Bureau of Legislative Research for its 75 years of assistance to the Arkansas General Assembly. Established on March 6, 1947, the Bureau initially included a director and a handful of staff to provide legislative services. Over the decades, it has expanded its role significantly, supporting various legislative functions such as drafting bills and preparing budgets.

Contention

While SR29 is largely celebratory and does not contain elements of contention in the traditional sense of legislative debates over policy changes, it does reflect on the evolution of legislative support systems. It also serves as a reminder of how state institutions can be critical in strengthening legislative efficacy, thus enhancing public trust in government operations.