The bill amends existing laws regarding military-type canteens and exchanges in Arkansas. It introduces new provisions that allow military-type canteens to operate under similar procedures and privileges as those of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, as determined by the Adjutant General. Additionally, the bill prohibits these canteens from selling certain items, including automobiles and household appliances, and removes the previous allowance for contracting with automobile rental agencies for vehicle rentals.

Furthermore, the bill enables the Adjutant General to enter into contracts with military-focused nonprofits for the purchase of inventory items typically found in military-type canteens. It also specifies that nonappropriated funds from these canteens must be used exclusively for improvements to military reservations or for the welfare of the Arkansas National Guard. Lastly, the bill allows the Adjutant General to collaborate with the Army and Air Force Exchange Service for the operation of post exchanges on military properties associated with the Arkansas National Guard.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1498 V2 - 3-6-2025 09:51 AM: 12-63-404(b), 12-63-406(a), 12-63-409, 12-63-410(a)
Old version HB1498 Original - 2-17-2025 12:06 PM: 12-63-404(b), 12-63-406(a), 12-63-409, 12-63-410(a)
HB 1498: 12-63-404(b), 12-63-406(a), 12-63-409, 12-63-410(a)
Act 507: 12-63-404(b), 12-63-406(a), 12-63-409, 12-63-410(a)