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AR HB1626
Bill
Status
4/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Tim Lemons
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 5-73-122(a)(1) to add an exception to the prohibition on carrying firearms in publicly owned buildings, referencing § 5-73-306(5)
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Modifies Arkansas Code § 5-73-306(5) to permit concealed handgun carry in courthouses if the licensee is a county elected official
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Requires that any concealed handgun carried in a courthouse must comply with the local security and emergency preparedness plan under § 16-10-1003
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Creates a carve-out from the general firearm prohibition for county elected officials who hold concealed carry licenses and follow local courthouse security plans
Legislative Description
To Permit An Elected Official Who Is A Concealed Carry Licensee To Carry A Concealed Handgun In The Courthouse That Contains The Elected Person's Primary Place Of Employment.
Last Action
Died in Senate at Sine Die adjournment.
4/22/2015