The bill amends the procedures for a county clerk's certification of school board candidates to the county board of election commissioners in Arkansas. Specifically, it modifies Arkansas Code 6-14-111(j) by removing the previous requirement that the certification occurs the day after the candidate filing deadline. Instead, the bill establishes that the county clerk shall certify the names of qualified candidates on specific certification deadlines: either on the date of the certification deadlines for school elections held concurrently with a preferential primary election or on the date of the certification deadline for school elections held concurrently with a general election.

This change aims to streamline the certification process for school board candidates, ensuring that the county clerk's responsibilities align with the established election timelines. By clarifying the certification dates, the bill seeks to enhance the efficiency and organization of the election process for school board positions.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB271 V2 - 3-3-2025 10:16 AM: 6-14-111(j)
Old version SB271 V3 - 3-11-2025 10:43 AM: 6-14-111(j)
Old version SB271 Original - 2-24-2025 10:37 AM: 6-14-111(j)
SB 271: 6-14-111(j)
Act 460: 6-14-111(j)