AR HB1750

Allows Department of Corrections employees to carry weapons in personal vehicles in department parking lots if the weapon is stored in a locked container and the employee has written approval from the Secretary of the Department of Corrections or designee.

Permits Board of Corrections members who hold a concealed handgun license to carry concealed handguns in locations where law enforcement officers are authorized to carry concealed handguns.

Authorizes the Secretary of the Department of Corrections to approve eligible employees to carry concealed handguns in buildings and locations where law enforcement officers may carry, subject to meeting eight specified criteria including employment status, criminal background screening, fingerprinting, and weapons qualification courses.

Requires annual weapons requalification courses for authorized employees and allows employees to continue carrying for up to six months after employment ends with secretary approval.

Declares an emergency to take effect immediately upon gubernatorial approval or expiration of veto period, citing increased death threats and violence risks to Department of Corrections officials and employees.