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AR HR1012

Resolution

Status

Failed

3/12/2018

Primary Sponsor

Greg Leding

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly (2018 Fiscal)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 5-73-306 to add an exception permitting concealed handgun carry in certain university and college housing under § 5-73-322(g).

  • Modifies § 5-73-322(d) to change the prohibition from "storage" to "carrying or possession" of handguns in nonpublic student rooms in university or college-operated dormitories and residence halls.

  • Defines "nonpublic student room" as a room where a student sleeps and keeps personal effects, occupied privately or with roommates, including private common areas connecting multiple student rooms.

  • Amends § 5-73-322(h)(2) to allow concealed carry licensees with a concealed carry endorsement to carry handguns in certain prohibited places listed under § 5-73-306(7)-(12), (14), (15), and (17), unless otherwise restricted.

Legislative Description

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill Concerning The Possession And Carrying Of A Concealed Handgun In On-campus Collegiate Or University Housing.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

3/12/2018

Full Bill Text

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