The bill amends existing laws regarding purchases that do not require solicitation of bids by counties and municipalities in Arkansas. Specifically, it increases the authorized purchase amount for additional after-market equipment for new motor vehicles. Under the new provisions, the maximum amount for such equipment is raised from $1,200 to $2,000 for counties, and from $600 to $2,000 for municipalities.

These changes are reflected in the amendments to Arkansas Code 14-22-106(17)(B) and 14-58-104(17)(B), which now allow for a higher expenditure on additional options for new motor vehicles purchased by local governments. This adjustment aims to provide counties and municipalities with greater flexibility in equipping their vehicles without the need for a bidding process.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1145 Original - 1-15-2025 02:28 PM: 14-22-106(17), 14-58-104(17)
Old version HB1145 V2 - 2-12-2025 02:06 PM: 14-22-106(17), 14-58-104(17)
HB 1145: 14-22-106(17), 14-58-104(17)