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SB 644

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE EXECUTION OF A WRIT OF POSSESSION; AND TO ALLOW FOR THE REMOVAL OF A MANUFACTURED HOME OR MOBILE HOME FROM PROPERTY THAT IS SUBJECT TO A WRIT OF POSSESSION.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Brown and 1 co-sponsor

Arkansas bill allows mobile home owners facing eviction to remove their manufactured homes from property subject to writs of possession.

Died on Senate Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · SB 644

Legislative bill overview

SB 644 amends Arkansas law to modify the writ of possession process, specifically allowing for the removal of manufactured homes or mobile homes from properties subject to eviction writs. The bill clarifies procedures that courts must follow when a property owner loses possession and needs to remove a mobile structure rather than leave it behind.

Why is this important

Manufactured and mobile homes represent significant assets for many lower-income Arkansans, and eviction procedures that trap these homes on lost properties can cause substantial financial hardship. This bill addresses a practical gap where homeowners facing eviction could lose both their shelter and the structure itself if removal procedures weren't clearly defined in law.

Potential points of contention

  • Property owner vs. landlord rights: Balancing the speed of writ execution against adequate time for homeowners to remove valuable structures without creating disputes
  • Implementation ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify timelines, notice requirements, or who bears removal costs, which could create practical enforcement inconsistencies
  • Scope limitations: Unclear whether this applies to all writs of possession or only specific circumstances, and whether it protects renters or only property owners

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

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