Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 197 - Tobacco Settlement Commission
The Arkansas Tobacco Settlement Commission (ATSC) is a state agency established under the Tobacco Settlement Proceeds Act of 2000 (Ark. Code Ann. § 19-12-117). Its primary mission is to oversee and assess the performance of programs funded by the tobacco settlement funds.(sos.arkansas.gov, healthy.arkansas.gov)
🏛️ Commission Structure
The ATSC is composed of the following members or their designees:(law.justia.com)
Director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education
Commissioner of the Division of Higher Education
Secretary of the Department of Human Services
Director of the Department of Health
Director of the Department of Finance and Administration
Director of the Department of Workforce Services
Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Director of the Department of Human Services
Director of the Department of Health
Director of the Department of Finance and Administration
Director of the Department of Workforce Services
Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs(law.justia.com, arkleg.state.ar.us, law.cornell.edu)
These members are designated by their respective departments and play a crucial role in the commission's operations. (law.justia.com)
📄 Bylaws and Governance
The ATSC operates under a set of bylaws that outline its organizational structure and operational procedures. These bylaws were amended under Rule 197.00.18-001. (sos.arkansas.gov, law.cornell.edu)
The bylaws cover various aspects, including:
Membership: Details on the composition and appointment of commission members.
Quorum and Voting: Requirements for meetings and decision-making processes.
Community Grants: Provisions for making grants to eligible non-profit and community-based organizations. (sos.arkansas.gov)
📍 Contact Information
For more information or inquiries, you can contact the Arkansas Tobacco Settlement Commission at:
Address:
101 E. Capitol Avenue, Suite 108
Little Rock, AR 72201(healthy.arkansas.gov)
Phone:
501-683-0074(healthy.arkansas.gov)
Administrative Analyst:
Zsanica Wiggins (healthy.arkansas.gov)
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