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HB 1511

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL; AND TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S SUBPOENA POWER.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Howard Beaty and 1 co-sponsor

Arkansas bill proposing amendments to Attorney General's authority and subpoena power withdrawn before committee review in March 2025.

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Bill Summary · HB 1511

Legislative bill overview

HB 1511 proposed amendments to Arkansas law governing the Attorney General's office and their authority to issue subpoenas. The bill was introduced in February 2025 but withdrawn by its authors on March 20, 2025, before advancing beyond committee referral.

Why is this important

Changes to an Attorney General's subpoena power directly affect their capacity to investigate potential crimes, enforce consumer protections, and conduct civil inquiries. Alterations to these powers can either strengthen or constrain law enforcement capabilities and access to information.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific scope of subpoena authority—whether it would expand or restrict the AG's investigative reach across state agencies, businesses, and individuals
  • Oversight and accountability mechanisms for subpoena issuance to prevent potential abuse of government power
  • Jurisdictional boundaries and whether amendments would affect the AG's coordination with local prosecutors or federal authorities

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

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