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HB 1899

INC TX-OVERTIME DEDUCTION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Marty McLaughlin and 4 co-sponsors

HB 1899 aimed to improve services for children of honorably discharged Arkansas veterans by clarifying the director's appointment and accountability structure.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dennis Tipsword
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Bill Summary · HB 1899

Summary of House Bill 1899

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HB 1899
  • Title: To Amend the Law Concerning the Appointment of the Director of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service and the Reporting of the Director of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service.
  • Status: Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment
  • Introduced: March 31, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1899 aimed to amend existing laws regarding the appointment and reporting structure of the Director of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service. The bill sought to clarify the process by which the director is appointed and to whom they report, ultimately enhancing the governance of services provided to the children of honorably discharged Arkansas veterans.

Key Provisions

  1. Appointment of the Director:

    • The bill proposed that the Director of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service be appointed by the Governor based on a written recommendation from the governing body of the American Legion — Department of Arkansas Foundation, Inc.
    • The director would serve at the pleasure of the Governor, allowing for flexibility in leadership.

  2. Reporting Structure:

    • The Director would be required to report directly to the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, establishing a clear line of accountability.

  3. Services Provided:

    • The Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service is tasked with providing temporary and interim welfare and rehabilitation services for minor children of honorably discharged veterans who are deceased or medically incapacitated.

  4. Contracting Authority:

    • The service would have the authority to enter into contracts with veterans' organizations, private individuals, corporations, or the federal government to enhance the welfare services offered.

  5. Financial Administration:

    • Funds granted to the service, excluding state-appropriated funds, could be deposited into state banks and must be administered according to the purposes for which they were granted.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:
    • The bill primarily impacts the children of honorably discharged Arkansas veterans, ensuring they receive necessary welfare and rehabilitation services.
    • It also affects the governance structure of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service, potentially improving operational efficiency and accountability.

Procedural Timeline

  • March 31, 2025: Bill filed.
  • April 1, 2025: Bill read for the first time, rules suspended, read a second time, and referred to the Joint Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs.
  • May 5, 2025: Bill died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

Conclusion

While HB 1899 proposed important changes to the governance of the Arkansas Veterans' Child Welfare Service, it ultimately did not progress past the committee stage. The proposed amendments aimed to enhance the appointment process and accountability of the director, thereby improving services for the children of veterans in Arkansas.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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