Bill > HB1428

This bill amends Arkansas state law to establish a specific bed height requirement for mobility accessible rooms in lodging establishments. The legislation mandates that in new lodging establishments, beds in mobility accessible rooms must be no more than 23 inches high when measured from the floor to the top of the mattress, with this measurement applying even when the mattress is compressed. For existing lodging establishments that were in operation before the bill's effective date, the new bed height requirement will only apply when a mobility accessible room undergoes an upgrade or reaches the end of its life cycle. This requirement is intended to improve accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges, ensuring that beds are at a height that is easier for people using wheelchairs or with limited mobility to transfer to and from the bed. The bill represents a specific improvement in accommodation standards for people with disabilities, focusing on the practical consideration of bed height in public lodging facilities.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1428&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R