The bill amends the law regarding the State Administration of Justice Fund in Arkansas, reflecting significant changes in the judicial system over the past 25 years. It highlights the transition from numerous part-time local judges to a unified system of 70 full-time district court judges, as mandated by Amendment 80 of the Arkansas Constitution. The bill also notes the Supreme Court's directive for the Administrative Office of the Courts to support the formation of the Arkansas District Judges Judicial Council. However, it concludes that state support for the Arkansas District Judges Council, Inc. is no longer necessary.

Key amendments include the removal of funding allocations to the Arkansas District Judges Council, Inc., specifically for its Executive Director, which is reflected in the deletion of related legal language. Consequently, the bill reallocates funds from the State Administration of Justice Fund to various state programs and agencies, ensuring efficient use of resources. The changes aim to streamline the distribution of funds while maintaining support for essential judicial and law enforcement programs.

Statutes affected:
HB 1407: 16-10-310(b), 16-10-310(c)
Act 162: 16-10-310(b), 16-10-310(c)