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HB 1196

TO SEPARATE THE OFFICES OF SHERIFF AND TAX COLLECTOR IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Maddox

Arkansas separates Montgomery County's combined Sheriff-Tax Collector position into two independent elected offices, increasing local government structure and administrative costs.

Notification that HB1196 is now Act 160
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Bill Summary · HB 1196

Legislative bill overview

HB 1196 separates the historically combined offices of Sheriff and Tax Collector in Montgomery County, Arkansas, creating two independent elected positions. The bill has been signed into law as Act 160, effective immediately upon the Governor's signature.

Why is this important

This restructures local government administration in Montgomery County by dividing duties that have traditionally been held by one person. The separation allows for specialized focus on law enforcement versus tax collection, potentially improving service delivery and administrative efficiency in both areas while creating an additional elected position.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: Maintaining two separate offices with independent staffing and overhead will increase county expenditures compared to the combined position model
  • Transition complexity: Splitting operations requires reassigning existing resources, staff, and equipment, with unclear details on how this transition will be managed
  • Electoral impact: Creating a new elected position changes voter choice and political representation dynamics in Montgomery County local elections

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

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