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AR HB1851
Bill
Status
3/31/2021
Primary Sponsor
Carlton Wing
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Constitution, Amendment 98 (the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment of 2016) to revise the definition of "safety sensitive position"
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Allows employers to designate positions in writing as safety sensitive if performing that position while under the influence of marijuana may threaten health or safety
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Clarifies that safety sensitive positions include roles requiring: carrying a firearm, performing life-threatening procedures, or working with confidential information including proprietary, financial, or health-related records
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Expands the definition to include positions involving work with criminal investigation documents or with hazardous materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine
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Includes positions where a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death, such as operating or maintaining heavy equipment, machinery, aircraft, watercraft, or motor vehicles
Legislative Description
To Amend Arkansas Constitution, Amendment 98, Also Known As The "arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment Of 2016"; And To Amend The Definition Of "safety Sensitive Position".
Last Action
WITHDRAWN BY AUTHOR
4/22/2021