HB1280
To Amend The Law Concerning Prohibited Contracts By State Agencies; And To Prohibit The Use Of Public Funds By State Agencies To Purchase Promotional Items Made In China.
Last Action (Jan. 28, 2025): WITHDRAWN BY AUTHOR
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AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1280 proposes to amend existing Arkansas law regarding prohibited contracts by state agencies. The bill introduces a new prohibition that prevents state agencies from using public funds to purchase promotional items manufactured in the People's Republic of China. Additionally, the legislation renames the relevant subchapter of the Arkansas Code from 'Prohibited Contracts by State Agencies' to 'Prohibited Actions by State Agencies' to reflect the expanded scope of restrictions. The bill defines public funds as specified in existing statute § 19-11-203. It tasks the Arkansas Code Revision Commission with implementing the necessary changes to the state code.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries would be domestic manufacturers and vendors of promotional materials who may see increased demand for their products as state agencies shift their procurement away from Chinese-made goods. Additionally, proponents of this bill may view it as a benefit to national security and a move toward protecting the domestic supply chain from foreign influence.
Who Might Suffer?
The primary negatively impacted groups include vendors, suppliers, and distributors of promotional items who rely on Chinese manufacturing to provide cost-effective options to state agencies. State agencies themselves may face increased procurement costs if they are required to source alternative products that are more expensive than those previously purchased from Chinese manufacturers.
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