The bill amends existing laws regarding campaign contributions and expenditures, specifically requiring candidates for school district, township, municipal, and county offices to file their reports with the Secretary of State instead of the county clerk. The new provisions mandate that these reports be submitted electronically through the Secretary of State's official website, with a focus on transparency and accessibility. The Secretary of State will establish a filing system to maintain these records for eight years, after which they will be transferred to the Arkansas State Archives for continued public inspection.

Additionally, the bill includes an emergency clause, emphasizing the importance of transparency in election contributions for the public's peace, health, and safety. It asserts that the act should take effect immediately upon approval by the Governor or after the expiration of the veto period, ensuring that the new regulations are implemented promptly to enhance the integrity of the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
HB 1707: 7-6-208(c), 7-6-209(c)