This bill amends various sections of the Arkansas Code to extend the time period for motor vehicle registration from thirty (30) days to sixty (60) days for both individuals and business entities. Specifically, new residents are now required to register their vehicles within sixty (60) calendar days of becoming a resident, and business entities must register their pleasure vehicles within the same timeframe from the start of their business operations in the state. Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the application for vehicle registration after a lien release or transfer, ensuring that the sixty (60) day requirement applies in these situations as well.

Furthermore, the bill updates the validity period of temporary preprinted paper buyer's tags, changing it from the thirtieth to the sixtieth calendar day after the date of purchase. This change aims to provide more flexibility for vehicle owners in completing their registration processes. Overall, the amendments reflect a significant extension of the registration deadlines, which may ease the burden on new residents and businesses in Arkansas.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1150 Original - 1-17-2023 01:51 PM: 27-14-723(a), 27-14-723(c), 27-14-903(a), 27-14-907(a), 27-14-1705(b)
Old version HB1150 V2 - 1-23-2023 09:20 AM: 27-14-723(a), 27-14-723(c), 27-14-903(a), 27-14-907(a), 27-14-1705(b)
HB 1150: 27-14-723(a), 27-14-723(c), 27-14-903(a), 27-14-907(a), 27-14-1705(b)
Act 41: 27-14-723(a), 27-14-723(c), 27-14-903(a), 27-14-907(a), 27-14-1705(b)