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HR1002

To Authorize Recesses Of The House Of Representatives Or The Senate, Or Both, For Periods Of Four Consecutive Days Or Longer.

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Last Action (April 9, 2026): READ AND ADOPTED.

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AI-Generated Summary

HR 1002 is a procedural resolution for the 95th General Assembly of Arkansas during its 2026 Fiscal Session. The resolution authorizes the House of Representatives and the Senate to recess for periods of four consecutive days or longer. Under this resolution, the Speaker of the House is empowered to declare recesses for the House, and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate is empowered to declare recesses for the Senate.

Potential Impact Analysis

Who Might Benefit?

The primary beneficiaries are the members of the Arkansas House of Representatives and the Senate, as the resolution provides them with greater flexibility in scheduling legislative proceedings and personal time during the fiscal session.

Who Might Suffer?

The public or entities awaiting legislative action could be negatively impacted, as the authorization of extended recesses may delay the consideration and passage of fiscal legislation or other time-sensitive matters being addressed during the session.

Read Full Bill on arkleg.state.ar.us