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AR SB228

Bill

Status

Passed

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kim Hammer

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-17-414(g)(5) regarding background check waivers for nonlicensed staff positions at educational entities

  • Background check waivers granted by a board of directors remain valid for the duration of the applicant's employment with that educational entity

  • Waiver becomes invalid if the employee experiences a break in employment with the educational entity after receiving the waiver

  • Waiver becomes invalid if the employee receives an additional disqualifying conviction after the waiver was granted

  • Approved on February 27, 2025 (Act 197 of the Regular Session)

Legislative Description

Concerning A Waiver For A Renewed Background Check Granted By A Board Of Directors Of An Educational Entity To An Applicant For A Nonlicensed Staff Position.

Last Action

Notification that SB228 is now Act 197

2/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Education2/18/2025
Education2/13/2025

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