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AR SB731
Bill
Status
10/7/2021
Primary Sponsor
Bob Ballinger
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AI Summary
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Individuals have the right to decide whether to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status in employment settings, including employees, job applicants, and independent contractors.
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Employers are prohibited from requiring disclosure of vaccination status and from retaliating against individuals who exercise this privacy right.
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Injured employees or individuals may pursue remedies and procedures available under the Arkansas Civil Rights Act of 1993.
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The Department of Finance and Administration may establish a grant program using COVID-19 relief funds or American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds to provide restitution to individuals harmed by violations of this section.
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The bill is declared an emergency and becomes effective immediately upon governor approval, expiration of the veto period, or veto override.
Legislative Description
To Establish A Right Of Privacy Concerning Coronavirus 2019 (covid-19) Vaccination Status; To Establish A Grant Program From Covid-19 Relief Funds Or American Rescue Plan Act Of 2021 Funds; And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
10/15/2021