HB1994

House Bill 1994 amends Arkansas law regarding self-service storage facilities by requiring operators to notify occupants if their leased space is compromised. A 'compromised' space is defined as one that has been forcibly accessed, had property stolen by unauthorized individuals, or been damaged to the point where contents are accessible to unauthorized persons. Upon gaining actual knowledge of such an event, the facility operator must contact the occupant via telephone, email, or regular mail within five business days. The bill explicitly clarifies that operators are not held responsible for the care, custody, or control of an occupant's personal property. Furthermore, the legislation notes that operators have no affirmative duty or obligation to inspect or determine whether a leased space has been compromised.