Arkansas House Bill HB2001

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/7/25
• Refer: 4/7/25
• Report Pass: 4/9/25
• Engrossed: 4/10/25
• Refer: 4/10/25
• Report Pass: 4/14/25
• Enrolled: 4/16/25
• Chaptered: 4/21/25
• Passed: 4/21/25

Caption

To Create The Arkansas Towing And Recovery Reform And Efficiency Act Of 2025; To Amend The Law Concerning The Arkansas Towing And Recovery Board; And To Declare An Emergency.

Impact

The Bill intends to streamline towing and recovery operations by establishing defined roles and qualifications for board members. It directs that specific amendments be made to how liens on cargo are handled, particularly emphasizing that consumers should not be financially burdened when retrieving their vehicles or cargo. The measures aim to ameliorate prior concerns related to improper towing practices and create safeguards for consumers against unauthorized or fraudulent towing activities.

Summary

House Bill 2001, also known as the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Reform and Efficiency Act of 2025, aims to amend existing laws relating to towing and recovery practices in Arkansas. The proposed legislation seeks to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding the Arkansas Towing and Recovery Board, which would consist of appointed members from various sectors, including the towing industry, law enforcement, and insurance. This shift aims to ensure that the board is representative and knowledgeable about the issues at hand while maintaining a consumer protection stance in the towing practices.

Contention

One notable point of contention within the bill’s discussions could arise around the enforcement measures and the emergency clause it contains, which declares an immediate need for the reforms proposed. Critics may argue that the rapid implementation could overlook necessary considerations for comprehensive stakeholder input, particularly from the towing companies that will be most affected by these changes. Furthermore, questions may be raised about how the newly defined consumer protections will be administered in practice and whether they truly alleviate the financial pressures on affected individuals during towing disputes.