The bill amends the Pest Control Law in Arkansas by reassigning certain responsibilities from the State Plant Board to the Department of Agriculture. Key changes include the repeal of the definition of "Director" as the Director of the State Plant Board, and the replacement of references to the "board" with "Department of Agriculture" in various sections. The bill also modifies the licensing process for pest control operators, requiring applicants to apply to the Department of Agriculture and ensuring that they meet specific qualifications, including passing examinations and providing proof of experience.

Additionally, the bill updates the requirements for solicitors and agents, mandates that licensed operators report their pest control activities monthly to the Department of Agriculture, and establishes new penalties for failing to comply with reporting timelines. It also revises the eligibility criteria for reexamination after failing a written test, reduces the waiting period from three months to fourteen days, and clarifies the bond and insurance requirements for license applicants. Overall, the bill aims to streamline pest control regulations and enhance oversight by transferring authority to the Department of Agriculture.

Statutes affected:
SB 250: 17-37-102(5), 17-37-102(10), 17-37-102(16), 17-37-105(b), 17-37-202, 17-37-203(a), 17-37-205, 17-37-206, 17-37-209, 17-37-210, 17-37-212(b), 17-37-213(a), 17-37-215(b), 17-37-217, 17-37-221(c), 17-37-221(e)