HB1843

House Bill 1843 amends various sections of the Arkansas Code concerning the structure, appointment, and oversight of several agricultural promotion boards, including those for catfish, soybeans, rice, wheat, and corn/grain sorghum. The bill modifies the appointment process for members of these boards by requiring that all gubernatorial appointments be subject to Senate confirmation. It updates residency requirements and standardizes language regarding member eligibility and nomination procedures for the various boards. Additionally, the legislation clarifies the roles and selection processes for board officers and administrative support. The bill also repeals existing provisions regarding the appointment of resident agents for specific boards. Finally, the bill includes an emergency clause, indicating that the changes are to take effect immediately upon enactment.