Arkansas House Bill HCR1003

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/25
• Engrossed: 1/14/25
• Passed: 1/15/25

Caption

Providing That The House Of Representatives And The Senate Of The Ninety-fifth General Assembly May Recess On Thursday, January 16, 2025, And Reconvene On Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Impact

The passage of HCR1003 will ensure that the legislative body adheres to its schedule while also honoring the observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. This resolution allows for a structured timeline for lawmakers, enabling them to plan effectively around significant dates. By providing a clear timeline, this may help avoid disruptions in legislative processes and ensure continuity in the assembly's operations.

Summary

HCR1003 is a House Concurrent Resolution which allows the House of Representatives and Senate of the Ninety-Fifth General Assembly in Arkansas to recess on January 16, 2025, and reconvene on January 21, 2025. This bill essentially sets a specific legislative schedule that accounts for the third Monday in January, which is designated for observing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, as outlined in the Arkansas Code § 10-2-128. The resolution is notable in maintaining the legislative calendar while respecting significant national observances.

Contention

While HCR1003 is primarily procedural, there may be underlying discussions concerning the importance of legislative observances. Some legislators may raise points regarding the appropriateness of recesses during critical legislative sessions, especially given that this resolution implies a break immediately after a week's work. However, as this resolution primarily seeks to maintain schedule respect for a national holiday, broader contention seems minimal based on the available texts.