The bill amends the appointment procedure for the Tax Appeals Commission in Arkansas, specifically addressing how vacancies on the commission are filled. It modifies the selection process for commissioners, allowing the Governor to appoint individuals from a pool of candidates nominated by the Arkansas Bar Association, the Supreme Court, and the Arkansas Society of Certified Public Accountants. Notably, the bill changes the language regarding the qualifications of commissioners, allowing for more flexibility in the selection process by permitting the Governor to appoint individuals who may not have been nominated but meet the necessary licensure requirements. Additionally, the bill establishes that the Chief Commissioner can be designated by the Governor and can be changed at any time without affecting the commissioner's term.

The bill also includes an emergency clause, indicating the urgency of the amendments to ensure the Tax Appeals Commission can begin receiving and hearing appeals promptly. It specifies that the act will take effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or after the expiration of the veto period if not acted upon. Overall, the changes aim to streamline the appointment process and ensure the commission is adequately staffed to fulfill its responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB185 Original - 1-31-2023 08:27 AM: 26-18-1106(a), 26-18-1106(f)
Old version SB185 V2 - 3-8-2023 09:40 AM: 26-18-1106(a), 26-18-1106(f)
SB 185: 26-18-1106(a), 26-18-1106(f)
Act 346: 26-18-1106(a), 26-18-1106(f)