The bill amends the definition of "public utility" in Arkansas law, specifically under Title 14, Chapter 200. The revised definition includes any electric, gas, sewer, water, or telephone company or utility, as well as any company providing similar services. However, it excludes certain entities, such as those defined under 23-1-101(9)(B)(ii), consolidated utility districts, and specific water or light commissions.

Notably, the bill deletes the reference to "et seq" from the definition of public utility concerning water or light commissions, while retaining the reference to 14-201-101 and extending it to 14-201-129. This change clarifies the scope of the definition and the applicable legal framework governing public utilities in Arkansas.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1814 V2 - 4-2-2025 02:28 PM: 14-200-101(a)
Old version HB1814 Original - 3-17-2025 02:51 PM: 14-200-101(a)
HB 1814: 14-200-101(a)
Act 712: 14-200-101(a)