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AR HB1014
Bill
Status
2/6/2015
Primary Sponsor
Jeremy Gillam
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 20-78-227(b) to exempt state institutions, political subdivisions, and entities with tort liability immunity under § 21-9-301 from the general liability insurance requirement for child care facility licensing.
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Directs the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education, in collaboration with the State Insurance Department, to develop rules requiring minimum general liability insurance coverage for licensed child care centers and family homes.
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Declares an emergency exists due to the burdensome insurance requirement on school districts, which are statutorily immune from tort liability.
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Takes effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, or upon expiration of the Governor's veto period, or upon veto override by the legislature.
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Approved by Governor on February 6, 2015.
Legislative Description
To Exempt State Institutions, Political Subdivisions, And Any Other Applicable Entity With Tort Liability Immunity From The Requirement To Obtain General Liability Insurance Coverage When Obtaining A Child Care Facility License.
Last Action
Notification that HB1014 is now Act 23
2/6/2015