The bill amends the Arkansas Code concerning the Arkansas Forestry Commission by modifying the structure and membership of its committee. Specifically, it changes the number of commissioners designated as members of the committee from an unspecified number to three registered forester members, along with a representative from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Additionally, the chair of the commission is now required to appoint at least three registered foresters who are not members of the commission to serve on the committee.

Furthermore, the bill allows the chair to designate other Arkansas-registered foresters, including those who are commission members but not part of the committee, to serve on an ad hoc basis. This restructuring aims to enhance the committee's ability to make recommendations on various issues, including rulemaking and ethical complaints, thereby improving the overall governance of the Arkansas Forestry Commission.

Statutes affected:
HB 1487: 15-31-102(g)