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AR SB666
Bill
Status
4/25/2019
Primary Sponsor
Joyce Elliott
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 6-10-128 to restrict school resource officers' authority to discipline students or act as police officers only when necessary to prevent or contain situations that would place students and school employees at risk of harm
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Establishes that school resource officers cannot exercise police powers or discipline authority for routine school matters or non-emergency situations
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Designates public school districts as responsible for disciplinary actions against students except in emergency situations covered under the officer's limited authority
Legislative Description
To Only Permit School Resource Officers To Discipline Students Or Act In The Capacity Of A Police Officer When Students Or School Employees Are At Risk Of Harm.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
4/25/2019