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AR SB736
Bill
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Bob Ballinger
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AI Summary
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Requires employers mandating COVID-19 vaccinations to provide employees with an exemption process allowing either weekly negative test results or annual antibody/T cell response testing from a licensed healthcare provider.
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Prohibits employers from terminating employees who comply with the alternative testing exemption process established by this section.
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Mandates the Department of Finance and Administration establish rules for distributing American Rescue Plan Act COVID-19 relief funds to cover testing costs for employees and employers, with distribution within 30 days.
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Makes individuals ineligible for unemployment benefit disqualification if terminated solely for refusing COVID-19 vaccination, allowing them to receive benefits.
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Expires July 31, 2023 unless extended by the General Assembly, and declares an emergency to make the act immediately effective upon Governor approval.
Legislative Description
To Address Mandates Related To Coronavirus 2019 (covid-19); To Provide Exemptions For Employees From Mandates Related To Coronavirus 2019 (covid-19); And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
10/15/2021