This bill aims to prohibit individuals who are employed by or have a financial interest in firms, businesses, or organizations involved in solid waste management from serving on specific commissions and boards in Arkansas. Specifically, it amends Arkansas Code 8-4-104 to include a new provision that disallows any person with such affiliations from being a member of the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission. Additionally, it modifies Arkansas Code 8-6-703 to impose the same restrictions on members of regional solid waste planning districts and boards.

The bill includes an exception for elected officials or employees of a city or county who are required to represent their local government on these boards, ensuring that local representation is maintained despite the conflict of interest provisions. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance the integrity of decision-making bodies related to solid waste management by preventing potential conflicts of interest.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1575 V2 - 2-27-2025 11:12 AM: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 02-27-2025, 8-6-904(e)
Old version HB1575 V3 - 3-3-2025 09:55 AM: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 03-03-2025, 8-6-904(e)
Old version HB1575 V4 - 3-5-2025 10:59 AM: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 03-05-2025
Old version HB1575 Original - 2-25-2025 12:55 PM: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 8-6-904(e)
HB 1575: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 8-6-904(e)
Act 376: 8-4-104, 8-6-703, 03-05-2025