AR HB1348

Establishes public policy prohibiting application of foreign law when it would violate rights guaranteed by U.S. Constitution or Arkansas Constitution, including due process, freedom of religion/speech/press, privacy rights, and marriage rights.

Creates new Arkansas Code § 1-1-103 declaring void and unenforceable any court ruling, arbitration decision, or contract provision that applies foreign law denying parties fundamental constitutional liberties and rights.

Exempts Native American tribal laws, business entities that contractually choose foreign law, and religious organizations' internal ecclesiastical matters from the prohibition.

Protects residents' right to maintain litigation in Arkansas courts by denying forum non conveniens claims if the foreign forum would violate their constitutional rights.

Declares an emergency, making the law effective upon governor approval, expiration of veto period, or veto override.