Arkansas Code § 12-61-103 - Governor's Powers and Duties Generally

(a) (1) The Governor is authorized to make such rules and regulations governing the government, organization, discipline, and training of the militia as he or she may deem expedient.

(2) Such rules and regulations shall conform to the provisions of this code and, as nearly as practicable, to those governing the armed forces of the United States.

(3) When promulgated, the rules and regulations shall have the same force and effect as the provisions of this code.

(4) Such rules and regulations shall not be repealed, altered, amended, or added to, except with the approval of the Governor.

(5) The rules and regulations in force at the time of the passage of this code shall remain in force until new rules and regulations are approved and promulgated.

(b) The Governor may, by executive order, designate National Guard commissioned officers or warrant officers or active duty officers or warrant officers serving in armed forces recruiting offices inside or outside the State of Arkansas to administer the oath of enlistment to new members of the militia.

(c) Whenever he or she shall deem it necessary, the Governor may direct the members of the unorganized militia to present themselves for and submit to registration at such time and place and in such manner as may be prescribed by regulations.

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