The bill amends existing laws regarding the reporting of contributions for candidates running for state or district office in Arkansas. It extends the deadline for filing final reports and introduces new provisions for monthly reporting. Specifically, candidates must submit a monthly report of contributions and expenditures by the 20th day after the end of each month, with exceptions for months that include pre-election or final reports. Additionally, for primary or runoff elections, any contributions or expenditures occurring after the election date will be included in the next monthly report.

The bill also modifies the timeline for final reports, which must now be filed 20 days after the end of the month following the month in which the candidate's name appeared on the ballot for any election. This replaces the previous requirement to file within 30 days after the end of the month in which the last election was held. The changes aim to streamline the reporting process and ensure timely disclosure of campaign finances.

Statutes affected:
HB 1449: 7-6-207(a)
Act 250: 7-6-207(a)