The bill modifies the existing laws concerning installment fees collected in circuit and district courts, as well as driver's license reinstatement fees. It changes the classification of these fees from special revenues to general revenues, which will now be credited to various funds as outlined in the Revenue Stabilization Law. Notably, the bill removes previous allocations to the Public Health Fund and the Division of Arkansas State Police Fund, directing that the revenues will instead be deposited into the State Treasury as general revenue. Additionally, it repeals certain classifications of revenue from driver's license reinstatement fees that were previously designated as special revenue.

To further enhance the justice system, the bill establishes the Justice System Fee Task Force, composed of thirteen members from various sectors, including government officials and legal representatives. This task force is tasked with evaluating the fees imposed within the Arkansas justice system, analyzing their effectiveness, and making recommendations for potential changes or eliminations. The task force is required to submit a final report by December 1, 2026, and will expire on December 31, 2026. The bill also includes an effective date provision, stating that the relevant sections will take effect on July 1, 2026, allowing for a structured implementation of the task force's recommendations and associated funding needs.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB575 V2 - 4-3-2025 09:37 AM: 5-65-119(a), 5-65-304(d), 5-65-310(f), 16-13-704(b), 21-6-416(b), 27-16-508(b), 27-16-808(b)
Old version SB575 V3 - 4-9-2025 11:38 AM: 5-65-119(a), 5-65-304(d), 5-65-310(f), 16-13-704(b), 19-6-301, 21-6-416(b), 27-16-508(b), 27-16-808(b)
Old version SB575 Original - 3-28-2025 03:48 PM: 16-13-704(b), 21-6-416(b), 27-16-508(b), 27-16-808(b)
SB 575: 16-13-704(b), 21-6-416(b), 27-16-508(b), 27-16-808(b)
Act 989: 5-65-119(a), 5-65-304(d), 5-65-310(f), 16-13-704(b), 19-6-301, 21-6-416(b), 27-16-508(b), 27-16-808(b)