Arkansas § 7-4-115 - Legislative intent.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 7-4-115 — Legislative intent., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7-4-115. Legislative intent.
Due to the United States Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in Jones v. Conway County, Arkansas, 143 F.3d 417 (8th Cir. 1998), the status of county election commissioners as either county officials or state officials has become unclear. Because of this lack of clarity, there has been much confusion as to whether or not county election commissioners should have been or currently are immune from suit under the state's policy of tort immunity. It is the intent of the General Assembly to clarify the official status of county election commissioners. Prior to July 30, 1999, county election commissioners were state officials and, as such, were immune from suit pursuant to Arkansas Constitution, Article 5, § 20, and § 19-10-305 . Upon July 30, 1999, county election commissioners are hereby deemed to be county officials and are immune from suit pursuant to § 21-9-301 .
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 7-4-115
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 7-4-115 cover?
Section 7-4-115 ("Legislative intent.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 7-4-115?
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