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Arkansas Senate Bill SR65

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SR65

Introduced
4/7/25  
Refer
4/7/25  
Report Pass
4/9/25  

Caption

To Support Arkansas's Engaging The Justice Counts Metrics And To Urge Policymakers Throughout State And Local Government Entities To Implement And Utilize The Justice Counts Metrics.

Impact

The resolution urges policymakers throughout Arkansas to adopt and utilize the Justice Counts metrics to ensure that law enforcement and related agencies can make evidence-based decisions. By committing to such data-driven strategies, the bill aims to equip local governments with the necessary insights to tackle crime and reduce recidivism rates effectively. This approach advocates for consistency in how criminal justice data is gathered and reported, which can lead to improved outcomes for communities in Arkansas.

Summary

Senate Resolution 65 (SR65) advocates for Arkansas to engage with the Justice Counts metrics, which are designed to enhance the availability and application of criminal justice data by state and local authorities. The initiative is a collaborative effort spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Justice among numerous other partners aimed at developing standardized metrics that promote informed decision-making. With Arkansas ranking among the top states for violent crime and incarceration rates, the resolution highlights the necessity of having access to accurate and timely data to address public safety effectively.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding SR65 is the operational challenges involved in implementing such metrics across varying state and local jurisdictions. Stakeholders may debate the resources required for the effective application of these metrics and the potential need for training among law enforcement and administrative personnel. Furthermore, while the initiative promises better availability of data, some voices within the legislature may express concerns regarding privacy implications and the balance between public safety and individual rights within the criminal justice system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SB41

To Regulate Environmental, Social Justice, Or Governance Scores Or Metrics; And To Allow The Treasurer Of State To Divest The State Of Stocks, Securities, Or Other Obligations.

AR SB56

To Regulate The Use Of Social Credit Scores Based On Environmental, Social Justice, Or Governance Scores Or Metrics; And To Prohibit A State Agency From Engaging In Discrimination Based On The Use Of A Social Credit System.

AR SB356

To Abolish Inactive State Entities; To Amend The Law Concerning The Reporting Of Boards And Commissions; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HB1307

Concerning The Regulation Of Environmental, Social Justice, Or Governance Scores; And To Authorize The Treasurer Of State To Divest Certain Investments Or Obligations Due To Certain Factors.

AR SB290

To Provide For A Temporary Increase In The Cost-of-living Adjustment For Elected County Officers And Justices Of The Peace.

AR SB446

To Allow Municipalities, Counties, And Other Political Subdivisions To State By Resolution That They Have A Pro-life Policy.

AR SB294

To Create The Learns Act; To Amend Various Provisions Of The Arkansas Code As They Relate To Early Childhood Through Grade Twelve Education In The State Of Arkansas; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HCR1001

To Urge Congress To Permanently Extend The Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Of 2017.

AR SB71

To Prohibit Discrimination Or Preferential Treatment By The State Of Arkansas And Other Public Entities.

AR SB495

To Create The Protect Arkansas Act; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Sentencing And Parole; To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning Certain Criminal Offenses; And To Create The Legislative Recidivism Reduction Task Force.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.