Bill > HB1067

This bill creates a new legal provision in Arkansas law that establishes protections for federal firearms licensees (FFLs) who enter into firearm hold agreements. Specifically, the bill defines a "firearm hold agreement" as a transaction where an FFL takes temporary physical possession of a lawfully owned firearm at the owner's request and agrees to store it for a specified period before returning it. The bill provides civil immunity to FFLs operating lawfully in the state for any personal injury or death that might arise from such an agreement, including the act of returning the firearm to its owner. However, this immunity does not apply if the FFL's actions involve unlawful conduct. The bill carefully defines key terms, including specifying that a "federal firearms licensee" refers to a person licensed under specific federal statutes as they existed on January 1, 2024, and that "firearm" has the same definition as in a existing state statute. This legislation appears designed to provide clear legal protection for FFLs who offer firearm storage services, potentially encouraging such services while protecting businesses from potential liability.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1067&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R