The bill amends the law regarding applications for pardon, commutation of sentence, and remission of fines and forfeitures in Arkansas. A significant change is the introduction of a provision that allows the Governor to deny an application with prejudice, meaning that if an application is denied in this manner, the applicant cannot file any subsequent applications while the current Governor is in office. Additionally, the bill specifies that if an application is denied, the applicant must wait a designated period before reapplying, which varies depending on the nature of the offense and the circumstances of the denial.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the waiting periods for reapplication based on the type of offense and introduces a mechanism for the Parole Board to waive these waiting periods under certain conditions, such as the discovery of new evidence or significant deterioration in the applicant's health. The amendments also include procedural requirements for the Governor when granting applications, such as providing written reasons for the decision and filing a copy of the order with the legislature. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process and establish clearer guidelines for both applicants and the Governor's office.