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AR HB1782

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Jimmie Gazaway

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-18-2402(a) to clarify that student restraint laws apply to all school-aged and enrolled students regardless of disability status
  • Exempts emergency situations and situations unsafe or posing a threat to individual safety from student restraint regulations
  • Provides civil liability protection for school personnel acting in good faith under the subchapter, as long as actions do not constitute gross negligence or willful misconduct
  • Excludes wanton, willful, or intentional misconduct from liability immunity protections for school personnel

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning Student Restraints In Public Schools Or Educational Settings.

Last Action

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Education4/4/2023
Education3/29/2023

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