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Senate panel advances SB 147 to establish 'restorative' alimony limits with judicial exceptions
Summary
SB 147 would transition spousal support toward a restorative model—generally limiting awards to three years and capping payments at 20% of income unless the court makes specific findings to extend or increase awards; the Judiciary Committee passed the bill after extended debate over judicial flexibility and petition timing.
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance SB 147, legislation that would reshape alimony in Arkansas toward a stated goal of 'restorative' or rehabilitative support.
Sponsor Senator Ballinger framed the bill as the culmination of work stretching back to 2011. He said the bill's intent is to award alimony "with the intent that whoever's receiving the alimony would get to the point where they would be able to self sustain, take care of themselves over time." Under the draft…
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