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AR SB494
Bill
Status
Passed
4/13/2021
Primary Sponsor
Kim Hammer
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 21-9-301 to expand qualified immunity protections to include law enforcement agencies and certified law enforcement officers employed by public or private institutions of higher education
- Declares it public policy that counties, municipal corporations, school districts, public charter schools, special improvement districts, and all other political subdivisions of the state shall be immune from liability and suit for damages except to the extent covered by liability insurance
- Prohibits tort actions against political subdivisions based on the acts of their agents and employees
- Approved April 12, 2021
Legislative Description
Concerning Qualified Immunity; And To Amend § 21-9-301.
Last Action
Notification that SB494 is now Act 627
4/13/2021
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/18/2021
Judiciary3/8/2021
Full Bill Text
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