HB1005

House Bill 1005 aims to resolve statutory inconsistencies in Arkansas law regarding the locking of exterior school doors. Currently, the law mandates that all school doors and exits must remain unlocked during school hours, which conflicts with other provisions requiring exterior doors to be kept closed and locked for security purposes. The bill amends Section 20-22-1011(a) to remove the requirement that all doors be kept unlocked, thereby aligning the fire drill regulations with security protocols. The bill also includes an emergency clause, stating that the change is immediately necessary for the preservation of public peace, health, and safety by ensuring schools are better protected against unwanted entry.