TO REPEAL THE SUNSET PROVISION OF THE ARKANSAS MEDICAL MARIJUANA SPECIAL PRIVILEGE TAX ACT OF 2017; AND TO DECLARE AN EMERGENCY.

SB 219 repeals the expiration date (July 1, 2025) for Arkansas' medical marijuana special privilege tax law, preventing the tax from automatically ending. The bill directly affects medical marijuana businesses and state revenue by ensuring the tax continues without needing new legislation. Key provisions include removing the sunset clause in the 2017 law and declaring an emergency to guarantee uninterrupted tax collection. The emergency clause states the tax must continue for public health and safety, making the law effective immediately upon the Governor's approval or override. This preserves the existing tax structure without altering its rates or scope.