HB1334

House Bill 1334, titled the 'Restroom Access Act,' mandates that retail establishments in Arkansas allow customers with specific medical conditions to use their employee-only restroom facilities during business hours. Eligible conditions include Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, or other conditions requiring immediate toilet access. To qualify, a customer must present proof of their condition, such as a doctor's note or a card from a recognized health organization. Access is granted provided that at least three employees are on-site, a public restroom is not immediately available, and the facility is in a safe location. The bill stipulates that businesses are not required to make physical modifications to their facilities. Additionally, the legislation provides civil liability protections for business owners and employees, provided their actions are not willful or grossly negligent. Customers are expected to leave the facilities in the same condition in which they were found.