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SB 173

TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO TITLE 7 OF THE ARKANSAS CODE CONCERNING ELECTIONS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Bryant and 3 co-sponsors

Arkansas enacted technical corrections to its election laws (SB 173/Act 166) to clarify and align statutory language governing voting procedures statewide.

Notification that SB173 is now Act 166
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Bill Summary · SB 173

Legislative bill overview

SB 173 makes technical corrections to Arkansas's election laws contained in Title 7 of the Arkansas Code. The bill has already been signed into law (Act 166) as of February 25, 2025, following passage through both chambers and gubernatorial approval.

Why is this important

Technical corrections to election statutes ensure legal clarity and internal consistency in voting procedures, which affects how elections are administered across all Arkansas counties. Correcting outdated or conflicting language helps prevent confusion during election administration and potential legal disputes over interpretation.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The bill summary provided does not specify which sections were corrected or what errors were addressed, making it difficult to assess whether changes are truly minor or substantive
  • Election law sensitivity: Any modifications to election statutes—even technical ones—can generate scrutiny from voting rights advocates and election integrity groups concerned about unintended consequences
  • Bipartisan sponsorship unclear: While the bill passed with sponsors from different parties, the specific nature of the corrections and whether all parties agree these are truly non-substantive is not documented in available information

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

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