AR HB1723

Amends Arkansas Code § 5-73-119 to clarify firearm possession laws for minors and on school property by reorganizing subsections and changing "handgun" references to "firearm" in certain provisions

Adds a new defense allowing persons with valid concealed carry licenses to possess handguns in motor vehicles on school property solely for dropping off or picking up enrolled students, with the handgun remaining in the vehicle

Amends Arkansas Code § 5-73-120 regarding carrying weapons by adding a defense for retired law enforcement officers with valid concealed carry authorization and clarifying provisions for motor vehicle handgun possession

Updates terminology throughout to distinguish between "handguns" (barrel length less than 12 inches) and general "firearms," and reorganizes subsection numbering for clarity

Makes technical corrections to reference proper statutory sections (§ 5-73-301, § 5-73-306, § 5-73-321) and consolidates redundant language regarding hunting and safety course exemptions