TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE CAPITOL ZONING DISTRICT; AND TO AMEND THE ZONING AUTHORITY OF THE CAPITOL ZONING DISTRICT COMMISSION.

Senate Bill 617 proposes to expand the boundaries of the Capitol Zoning District in Arkansas. It would include all streets, paths, bike lanes, and rights-of-way within a one-mile radius of the State Capitol, specifically excluding state highways. The bill also grants the Capitol Zoning District Commission explicit authority over the design of these newly included public ways. This change would affect the planning and development of public infrastructure within the expanded area around the State Capitol.