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AR HB1087

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Nate Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 11-2-124 to clarify restrictions on employer requests regarding employee social media accounts
  • Prohibits employers from requiring, requesting, or causing current or prospective employees to disclose usernames and passwords to social media accounts
  • Prohibits employers from requiring employees to add employer representatives to social media contact lists
  • Exempts entities responsible for care and supervision of minors (schools, daycares, summer camps) and religious organizations from these restrictions
  • Declares an emergency effective immediately to allow employers serving vulnerable populations to complete summer hiring in time to fully staff programs

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Regarding Social Media Accounts Of Current And Prospective Employees; And To Declare An Emergency.

Last Action

Died in House at Sine Die adjournment.

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare And Labor2/24/2015
Public Health, Welfare and Labor1/20/2015

Full Bill Text

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