Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SR56

Introduced
4/4/23  
Refer
4/4/23  

Caption

Requesting That Representative Meeks Be Authorized To Pursue The Consideration Of Hjr 1002 As A Third Proposed Constitutional Amendment.

Impact

If SR56 is acted upon favorably, it will directly affect the legislative process regarding proposed amendments to the Arkansas state constitution. The resolution facilitates Representative Meeks' ability to advance HJR 1002, potentially leading to significant changes depending on what the amendment entails. Additionally, this indicates an ongoing process of constitutional reform within the state, as the resolution reflects the desire to empower specific members of the General Assembly to take initiative on important legislative concerns.

Summary

Senate Resolution 56 (SR56) requests that Representative Meeks be authorized to pursue the consideration of House Joint Resolution 1002 (HJR 1002) as a third proposed constitutional amendment. The resolution aligns with the Joint Rules of the Ninety-Third General Assembly, which state that such amendments require a two-thirds affirmative vote from each house of the General Assembly before they can be considered. This legislative move establishes the foundational process needed for bringing about potential changes to the state constitution through the proposed amendment, contingent upon approval from the electorate.

Contention

While the content of HJR 1002 itself is not detailed in SR56, the very act of proposing a constitutional amendment typically attracts various opinions and discussions. Potential points of contention may stem from differing views on the necessity and timing of such an amendment, as well as the specific changes HJR 1002 proposes. Stakeholders in the state, including political groups and constituents, may debate the implications of this proposed amendment based on their beliefs regarding state governance and the legislative agenda.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HR1012

To Amend The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly.

AR HR1049

To Amend The Rules Of The House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly.

AR SCR1

To Amend The Joint Rules Of The House Of Representatives And The Senate Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly Of The State Of Arkansas.

AR HB1002

An Act For The Arkansas House Of Representatives - Staff Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR HB1001

An Act For The Arkansas House Of Representatives Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly Appropriation For The 2023-2024 Fiscal Year.

AR HR1060

Congratulating Roy Ragland, Chief Of Staff For The House Of Representatives, Upon His Retirement, And Commending Him For His Nineteen Years Of Contributions To The House Of Representatives And To The State Of Arkansas.

AR HR1009

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business.

AR HR1020

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Acts Of 2023, To Regulate Digital Asset Mining Businesses And Businesses Utilizing A Blockchain Network, And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SR5

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Prohibit Foreign-party-controlled Ownership Of A Digital Asset Mining Business.

AR SR17

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Acts Of 2023, To Regulate Digital Asset Mining Businesses And Businesses Utilizing A Blockchain Network, And To Declare An Emergency.

Similar Bills

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