HB1591
To Combine The Offices Of Treasurer And Tax Collector In Arkansas County.
Last Action (April 3, 2025): Notification that HB1591 is now Act 455
Sponsors
AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1591 proposes the consolidation of the offices of County Treasurer and Tax Collector within Arkansas County. Under the bill, the two positions would be combined into a single office effective January 1, 2027. Electors in Arkansas County would vote to fill this consolidated position during the 2026 general election. The individual elected to this combined role would be required to post a bond for the performance of their duties. Additionally, the Arkansas County Quorum Court would be responsible for determining the compensation of the officer within state-mandated limits and for setting allowances regarding the hiring of deputies.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries would be the taxpayers and local government of Arkansas County, as consolidating the offices is intended to improve administrative efficiency and potentially reduce government overhead costs.
Who Might Suffer?
The individuals most negatively impacted would be those currently holding or seeking the separate offices of Treasurer and Tax Collector, as the consolidation results in a reduction of elected positions and potential job loss or the need for a single person to take on the combined responsibilities of two previously distinct roles.
Vote Records
Third Reading
March 31, 2025View individual votes (35)
| Legislator | Party | Chamber | Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jane English | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Jonathan Dismang | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Greg Leding | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Missy Irvin | Republican | Senate | Absent |
| Bryan King | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Kim Hammer | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Stephanie Flowers | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Frederick Love | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Terry Rice | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Reginald Murdock | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Gary Stubblefield | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Jim Dotson | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| John Payton | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Alan Clark | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Ronald Caldwell | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Bart Hester | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Jimmy Hickey | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Dan Sullivan | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| David Wallace | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Blake Johnson | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Justin Boyd | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Clarke Tucker | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Scott Flippo | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Clint Penzo | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Mark Johnson | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Ricky Hill | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Jamie Scott | Democrat | Senate | Yea |
| Breanne Davis | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Ben Gilmore | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Joshua Bryant | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Matt McKee | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Jim Petty | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Steve Crowell | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Tyler Dees | Republican | Senate | Yea |
| Matt Stone | Republican | Senate | Yea |
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