AR SB467

Allows certified emergency medical technicians to carry concealed handguns without a license if they meet eligibility requirements including employment authorization, no disciplinary suspension, valid identification, and fingerprint records on file.

Requires emergency medical technicians to complete training and qualification standards for active law enforcement officers to carry firearms within the most recent twelve-month period at their own expense.

Exempts emergency medical technicians carrying concealed handguns under this law from prohibitions and limitations in Arkansas Code § 5-73-306.

Provides liability protections for employers, property owners, and business entities from civil actions for damages arising from an employee's lawful handgun possession, except in cases of intentional solicitation or procurement of harmful actions.

Permits private employers to terminate emergency medical technicians for flagrantly or unreasonably displaying a handgun in plain sight at the workplace or in employee vehicles.