Bill > HB1306

This bill amends Arkansas law to provide civil immunity for volunteer security personnel in churches and places of worship under specific conditions. The bill defines a "volunteer security person" as someone who provides safety, security, or protection for a church or worship location without compensation, as authorized by the organization. The bill establishes that volunteer security personnel and the church they serve are not subject to civil liability for damages or injuries resulting from negligent acts, provided that the church has required and the volunteer has completed specific training in safety and security services. The immunity covers both nonlethal and lethal force used in providing security. However, this civil immunity does not extend to intentional, reckless, or grossly negligent conduct. To qualify for this protection, the volunteer security person must have been formally trained by the church and must be acting within the scope of their authorized security role. The goal of the bill appears to be encouraging volunteer safety teams in religious institutions while establishing clear legal protections and standards for their service.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1306&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R