Ark. Code Ann. § 17-5-104 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 17-5-104
Fee waiver
Status: in_force

(a) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, a licensing entity shall not require an initial fee for individuals who are seeking to receive a license in this state if the applicant: (1) Is receiving assistance through the Arkansas Medicaid Program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program, or the Lifeline Assistance Program; (2) Was approved for unemployment within the last twelve (12) months; or (3) Has an income that does not exceed two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty income guidelines. (b) The waiver of the initial fee does not include fees for: (1) A criminal background check; (2) An examination or a test; or (3) A medical or drug test. (c) The Department of Human Services and the Division of Workforce Services shall collaborate with a licensing entity concerning verification of eligibility for public benefits for applicants, which may include obtaining a signed consent form from the applicant. Added by Act 2021, No. 725,§ 2, eff. 1/1/2022.

(a) Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, a licensing entity shall not require an initial fee for individuals who are seeking to receive a license in this state if the applicant: (1) Is receiving assistance through the Arkansas Medicaid Program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program, or the Lifeline Assistance Program; (2) Was approved for unemployment within the last twelve (12) months; or (3) Has an income that does not exceed two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty income guidelines.

(1) Is receiving assistance through the Arkansas Medicaid Program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program, or the Lifeline Assistance Program;

(2) Was approved for unemployment within the last twelve (12) months; or

(3) Has an income that does not exceed two hundred percent (200%) of the federal poverty income guidelines.

(b) The waiver of the initial fee does not include fees for: (1) A criminal background check; (2) An examination or a test; or (3) A medical or drug test.

(1) A criminal background check;

(2) An examination or a test; or

(3) A medical or drug test.

(c) The Department of Human Services and the Division of Workforce Services shall collaborate with a licensing entity concerning verification of eligibility for public benefits for applicants, which may include obtaining a signed consent form from the applicant.

Added by Act 2021, No. 725,§ 2, eff. 1/1/2022.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-31-202 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 31 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-31-202
[Repealed]
Status: repealed

Repealed by Act 2023, No. 691,§ 79, eff. 7/1/2023. Acts 1969, No. 535, § 7; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2407; Acts 1999, No. 993, § 6.

Repealed by Act 2023, No. 691,§ 79, eff. 7/1/2023.

Acts 1969, No. 535, § 7; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2407; Acts 1999, No. 993, § 6.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-107-302 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 107 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-107-302
Pedorthists
Status: in_force

(a) An applicant for a license to practice pedorthics shall submit to the Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Advisory Board written evidence verified by oath that the applicant: (1) Possesses a high school diploma or comparable credential approved by the board; (2) Has completed a pedorthic education program; (3) Has completed a qualified work experience program or internship in pedorthics; (4) Is qualified to practice in accordance with commonly accepted standards of pedorthic care acceptable to the board; and (5) Satisfies any other requirements established by the board that are reasonably related to the practice of pedorthics. (b) The board may issue a license to practice pedorthics: (1) By examination, if the applicant passes an examination approved by the board; or (2) By endorsement, if an applicant has been licensed as a pedorthist under the laws of another state, territory, or foreign country and meets the qualifications required of pedorthists in this state. Acts 2007, No. 174, § 1.

(a) An applicant for a license to practice pedorthics shall submit to the Arkansas Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Advisory Board written evidence verified by oath that the applicant: (1) Possesses a high school diploma or comparable credential approved by the board; (2) Has completed a pedorthic education program; (3) Has completed a qualified work experience program or internship in pedorthics; (4) Is qualified to practice in accordance with commonly accepted standards of pedorthic care acceptable to the board; and (5) Satisfies any other requirements established by the board that are reasonably related to the practice of pedorthics.

(1) Possesses a high school diploma or comparable credential approved by the board;

(2) Has completed a pedorthic education program;

(3) Has completed a qualified work experience program or internship in pedorthics;

(4) Is qualified to practice in accordance with commonly accepted standards of pedorthic care acceptable to the board; and

(5) Satisfies any other requirements established by the board that are reasonably related to the practice of pedorthics.

(b) The board may issue a license to practice pedorthics: (1) By examination, if the applicant passes an examination approved by the board; or (2) By endorsement, if an applicant has been licensed as a pedorthist under the laws of another state, territory, or foreign country and meets the qualifications required of pedorthists in this state.

(1) By examination, if the applicant passes an examination approved by the board; or

(2) By endorsement, if an applicant has been licensed as a pedorthist under the laws of another state, territory, or foreign country and meets the qualifications required of pedorthists in this state.

Acts 2007, No. 174, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-87-207 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 87 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-87-207
Continuing education
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall adopt rules setting minimum standards for continuing education to ensure that all licensed nurses remain informed about those technical and professional subjects which the board deems appropriate to nursing practice. (2) The board shall not require more than twenty (20) hours of continuing education per year. (b) The board shall make every effort to ensure that the continuing education programs are offered either within the nurse's workplace or at another place convenient to the nurse, whether through live presentation or distance learning. (c) (1) The board shall adopt rules to prescribe the methods by which the minimum standards for continuing education may be satisfied. (2) The failure of any licensed nurse to satisfy the minimum standards for continuing education shall be grounds for disciplinary action or nonrenewal of the nurse's license, or both. Acts 2001, No. 86, § 1.

(a) (1) The Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall adopt rules setting minimum standards for continuing education to ensure that all licensed nurses remain informed about those technical and professional subjects which the board deems appropriate to nursing practice. (2) The board shall not require more than twenty (20) hours of continuing education per year.

(1) The Arkansas State Board of Nursing shall adopt rules setting minimum standards for continuing education to ensure that all licensed nurses remain informed about those technical and professional subjects which the board deems appropriate to nursing practice.

(2) The board shall not require more than twenty (20) hours of continuing education per year.

(b) The board shall make every effort to ensure that the continuing education programs are offered either within the nurse's workplace or at another place convenient to the nurse, whether through live presentation or distance learning.

(c) (1) The board shall adopt rules to prescribe the methods by which the minimum standards for continuing education may be satisfied. (2) The failure of any licensed nurse to satisfy the minimum standards for continuing education shall be grounds for disciplinary action or nonrenewal of the nurse's license, or both.

(1) The board shall adopt rules to prescribe the methods by which the minimum standards for continuing education may be satisfied.

(2) The failure of any licensed nurse to satisfy the minimum standards for continuing education shall be grounds for disciplinary action or nonrenewal of the nurse's license, or both.

Acts 2001, No. 86, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-43-206 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 43 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-43-206
Board seminars or workshops - Travel expenses
Status: in_force

The Arkansas State Board of Sanitarians may authorize payments to be made to each registered sanitarian as partial reimbursement for actual travel expenses incurred, but not to exceed the amounts authorized for state employees for such expenses and not otherwise reimbursed, in attending seminars or workshops sponsored by the board in accordance with state travel rules. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1470, eff. 7/24/2019. Acts 1983, No. 152, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-1621.

The Arkansas State Board of Sanitarians may authorize payments to be made to each registered sanitarian as partial reimbursement for actual travel expenses incurred, but not to exceed the amounts authorized for state employees for such expenses and not otherwise reimbursed, in attending seminars or workshops sponsored by the board in accordance with state travel rules.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1470, eff. 7/24/2019.

Acts 1983, No. 152, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-1621.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-104-309 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 104 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-104-309
Investigation of complaints
Status: in_force

(a) The State Board of Health shall adopt rules concerning the investigation of a complaint filed with the Department of Health. The rules adopted under this section shall: (1) Ensure that complaints are not dismissed without appropriate consideration; and (2) Ensure that the person who filed the complaint has an opportunity to explain the allegations made in the complaint. (b) The department shall dispose of all complaints in a timely manner. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1670, eff. 7/24/2019. Acts 1999, No. 888, § 16.

(a) The State Board of Health shall adopt rules concerning the investigation of a complaint filed with the Department of Health. The rules adopted under this section shall: (1) Ensure that complaints are not dismissed without appropriate consideration; and (2) Ensure that the person who filed the complaint has an opportunity to explain the allegations made in the complaint.

(1) Ensure that complaints are not dismissed without appropriate consideration; and

(2) Ensure that the person who filed the complaint has an opportunity to explain the allegations made in the complaint.

(b) The department shall dispose of all complaints in a timely manner.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1670, eff. 7/24/2019.

Acts 1999, No. 888, § 16.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-27-407 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 27 / Subchapter 4 / Section 17-27-407
Board to enjoin violations
Status: in_force

When it appears to the State Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors that a person is violating any provisions of this subchapter, the board or any member thereof shall not be required to furnish bond for any cost or filing fees in connection with the proceeding. Acts 1999, No. 1588, § 7.

When it appears to the State Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors that a person is violating any provisions of this subchapter, the board or any member thereof shall not be required to furnish bond for any cost or filing fees in connection with the proceeding.

Acts 1999, No. 1588, § 7.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-17-207 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 17 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-17-207
Rules
Status: in_force

The Auctioneer's Licensing Board shall have the authority to promulgate such rules as may be necessary to implement this chapter and may establish by rule such forms as may be necessary to administer this chapter. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1350, eff. 7/24/2019. Acts 1989, No. 266, § 6.

The Auctioneer's Licensing Board shall have the authority to promulgate such rules as may be necessary to implement this chapter and may establish by rule such forms as may be necessary to administer this chapter.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1350, eff. 7/24/2019.

Acts 1989, No. 266, § 6.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-86-302 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 86 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-86-302
Sanitary requirements
Status: in_force

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person or school to be licensed or any clinic to be operated under the provisions of this chapter unless the following requirements are met and practiced: (1) A sink for hand washing with hot and cold running water and soap must be accessible; (2) A restroom must be accessible; (3) A towel or sheet that has been used by one (1) client may not be used on another person unless the towel or sheet has been relaundered; (4) Anyone who has any infectious, contagious, or communicable disease which may be spread by airborne, droplet, contact, or indirect methods and who is in contact with the public must not practice until all risk of disease transmission is cleared. Any employee with such a disease must be immediately relieved from duty until all risk of disease transmission is cleared; (5) A school or clinic must be equipped with a massage table or tables or a massage chair or chairs or equipped with such standard equipment dictated by the practice engaged in as defined in § 17-86-102 ; and (6) A clinic or school must comply with all requirements of the Department of Health, city ordinances, and state laws. (b) Failure to comply with any of the requirements as set forth by this section will be grounds for suspension or revocation of license. Acts 1981, No. 875, § 11; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1211; Acts 1991, No. 1217, § 1; 1993, No. 714, § 5; 1997, No. 840, § 8; 1999, No. 1461, § 10.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person or school to be licensed or any clinic to be operated under the provisions of this chapter unless the following requirements are met and practiced: (1) A sink for hand washing with hot and cold running water and soap must be accessible; (2) A restroom must be accessible; (3) A towel or sheet that has been used by one (1) client may not be used on another person unless the towel or sheet has been relaundered; (4) Anyone who has any infectious, contagious, or communicable disease which may be spread by airborne, droplet, contact, or indirect methods and who is in contact with the public must not practice until all risk of disease transmission is cleared. Any employee with such a disease must be immediately relieved from duty until all risk of disease transmission is cleared; (5) A school or clinic must be equipped with a massage table or tables or a massage chair or chairs or equipped with such standard equipment dictated by the practice engaged in as defined in § 17-86-102 ; and (6) A clinic or school must comply with all requirements of the Department of Health, city ordinances, and state laws.

(1) A sink for hand washing with hot and cold running water and soap must be accessible;

(2) A restroom must be accessible;

(3) A towel or sheet that has been used by one (1) client may not be used on another person unless the towel or sheet has been relaundered;

(4) Anyone who has any infectious, contagious, or communicable disease which may be spread by airborne, droplet, contact, or indirect methods and who is in contact with the public must not practice until all risk of disease transmission is cleared. Any employee with such a disease must be immediately relieved from duty until all risk of disease transmission is cleared;

(5) A school or clinic must be equipped with a massage table or tables or a massage chair or chairs or equipped with such standard equipment dictated by the practice engaged in as defined in § 17-86-102 ; and

(6) A clinic or school must comply with all requirements of the Department of Health, city ordinances, and state laws.

(b) Failure to comply with any of the requirements as set forth by this section will be grounds for suspension or revocation of license.

Acts 1981, No. 875, § 11; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1211; Acts 1991, No. 1217, § 1; 1993, No. 714, § 5; 1997, No. 840, § 8; 1999, No. 1461, § 10.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-24-202 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 24 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-24-202
Organization and proceedings
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The State Board of Collection Agencies shall meet and shall select from its membership a chair, vice chair, and secretary. (2) No one (1) member of the board shall hold more than one (1) of the offices. (b) Meetings of the board shall be held upon the written call of the chair of the board or upon the written request of two (2) members of the board. (c) A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum. Acts 1965, No. 145, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2003.

(a) (1) The State Board of Collection Agencies shall meet and shall select from its membership a chair, vice chair, and secretary. (2) No one (1) member of the board shall hold more than one (1) of the offices.

(1) The State Board of Collection Agencies shall meet and shall select from its membership a chair, vice chair, and secretary.

(2) No one (1) member of the board shall hold more than one (1) of the offices.

(b) Meetings of the board shall be held upon the written call of the chair of the board or upon the written request of two (2) members of the board.

(c) A majority of the board shall constitute a quorum.

Acts 1965, No. 145, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2003.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-27-411 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 27 / Subchapter 4 / Section 17-27-411
Registered clinical supervisors
Status: in_force

The State Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors may register persons who meet the qualifications and standards established by the board for registered clinical supervisors. Acts 1999, No. 1588, § 11; 2009, No. 443, § 2.

The State Board of Examiners of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors may register persons who meet the qualifications and standards established by the board for registered clinical supervisors.

Acts 1999, No. 1588, § 11; 2009, No. 443, § 2.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-32-303 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 32 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-32-303
Application - Recommendations
Status: in_force

(a) (1) An application for registration as a geologist, for a geologist-in-training certificate, or for certification in a specialty shall be made under oath and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his or her geologic work. (2) The application shall be accompanied by the application fee prescribed by § 17-32-307 . (3) After examination of any dissertation, thesis, technical report, study, or other similar material required of any applicant for registration as a geologist or certification in a specialty, the State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may return it to the applicant. (b) (1) The board shall require the applicant to provide the board with the names and addresses of three (3) qualified geologists who can attest to the experience and qualifications of the applicant and the names and addresses of two (2) people who can attest to the personal character and ethical practices of the applicant. (2) The application shall not be processed until all required information is received. Acts 1987, No. 470, § 11; 1987, No. 701, § 11.

(a) (1) An application for registration as a geologist, for a geologist-in-training certificate, or for certification in a specialty shall be made under oath and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his or her geologic work. (2) The application shall be accompanied by the application fee prescribed by § 17-32-307 . (3) After examination of any dissertation, thesis, technical report, study, or other similar material required of any applicant for registration as a geologist or certification in a specialty, the State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may return it to the applicant.

(1) An application for registration as a geologist, for a geologist-in-training certificate, or for certification in a specialty shall be made under oath and shall show the applicant's education and a detailed summary of his or her geologic work.

(2) The application shall be accompanied by the application fee prescribed by § 17-32-307 .

(3) After examination of any dissertation, thesis, technical report, study, or other similar material required of any applicant for registration as a geologist or certification in a specialty, the State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may return it to the applicant.

(b) (1) The board shall require the applicant to provide the board with the names and addresses of three (3) qualified geologists who can attest to the experience and qualifications of the applicant and the names and addresses of two (2) people who can attest to the personal character and ethical practices of the applicant. (2) The application shall not be processed until all required information is received.

(1) The board shall require the applicant to provide the board with the names and addresses of three (3) qualified geologists who can attest to the experience and qualifications of the applicant and the names and addresses of two (2) people who can attest to the personal character and ethical practices of the applicant.

(2) The application shall not be processed until all required information is received.

Acts 1987, No. 470, § 11; 1987, No. 701, § 11.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-90-202 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 90 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-90-202
Compensation of members and secretary
Status: in_force

(a) Members of the State Board of Optometry may receive expense reimbursement and stipends in accordance with § 25-16-901 et seq. (b) Expense reimbursement and stipends in accordance with § 25-16-901 et seq. shall be paid from the fees collected by the board. (c) The Secretary-treasurer of the State Board of Optometry shall receive such additional salary as may be fixed by the board, and approved by the Secretary of the Department of Health. Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 4881, eff. 7/1/2019. Acts 1941, No. 94, § 4; 1957, No. 102, § 1; 1975 (Extended Sess., 1976), No. 1035, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 6-616, 72-805; reen. Acts 1987, No. 862, § 1; 1997, No. 250, § 163.

(a) Members of the State Board of Optometry may receive expense reimbursement and stipends in accordance with § 25-16-901 et seq.

(b) Expense reimbursement and stipends in accordance with § 25-16-901 et seq. shall be paid from the fees collected by the board.

(c) The Secretary-treasurer of the State Board of Optometry shall receive such additional salary as may be fixed by the board, and approved by the Secretary of the Department of Health.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 4881, eff. 7/1/2019.

Acts 1941, No. 94, § 4; 1957, No. 102, § 1; 1975 (Extended Sess., 1976), No. 1035, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 6-616, 72-805; reen. Acts 1987, No. 862, § 1; 1997, No. 250, § 163.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-52-311 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 52 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-52-311
Custodian of records
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Executive Director of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors shall be the custodian of permanent, official, home inspector registration files and shall maintain permanent records of all home inspector registration applications received since the enactment of this subchapter. (2) The executive director shall maintain the permanent records of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors. (b) The executive director shall receive and process applications for initial registration and renewal of registration. Amended by Act 2023, No. 628,§ 56, eff. 7/1/2023. Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5438, eff. 7/1/2019. Acts 2003, No. 1328, § 1.

(a) (1) The Executive Director of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors shall be the custodian of permanent, official, home inspector registration files and shall maintain permanent records of all home inspector registration applications received since the enactment of this subchapter. (2) The executive director shall maintain the permanent records of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors.

(1) The Executive Director of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors shall be the custodian of permanent, official, home inspector registration files and shall maintain permanent records of all home inspector registration applications received since the enactment of this subchapter.

(2) The executive director shall maintain the permanent records of the State Board of Appraisers, Abstracters, and Home Inspectors.

(b) The executive director shall receive and process applications for initial registration and renewal of registration.

Amended by Act 2023, No. 628,§ 56, eff. 7/1/2023.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5438, eff. 7/1/2019.

Acts 2003, No. 1328, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-30-306 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 30 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-30-306
Disciplinary action - Procedures
Status: in_force

(a) The rules promulgated by the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors for disciplinary procedures shall be based on and consistent with the model rules of procedure of the Attorney General. (b) A charge, unless dismissed or settled informally shall be heard by the board within twelve (12) months after the date on which the charge was submitted. (c) A fine or civil penalty not paid within fifty (50) days after the order becomes final shall constitute a judgment, and the order shall be filed and executed in the same manner as any other judgment of a court of record. (d) Upon petition of an individual licensee or firm holding a certificate of authorization, the board may reissue a certificate of licensure or authorization if a majority of the members of the board vote to reissue the certificate of licensure or authorization. Acts 1993, No. 1041, § 3; 2001, No. 591, § 2; 2009, No. 444, § 4; 2011, No. 897, § 7.

(a) The rules promulgated by the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors for disciplinary procedures shall be based on and consistent with the model rules of procedure of the Attorney General.

(b) A charge, unless dismissed or settled informally shall be heard by the board within twelve (12) months after the date on which the charge was submitted.

(c) A fine or civil penalty not paid within fifty (50) days after the order becomes final shall constitute a judgment, and the order shall be filed and executed in the same manner as any other judgment of a court of record.

(d) Upon petition of an individual licensee or firm holding a certificate of authorization, the board may reissue a certificate of licensure or authorization if a majority of the members of the board vote to reissue the certificate of licensure or authorization.

Acts 1993, No. 1041, § 3; 2001, No. 591, § 2; 2009, No. 444, § 4; 2011, No. 897, § 7.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-93-309 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 93 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-93-309
Revocation, suspension, or denial - Proceedings
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Any person may file a complaint with the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy against any person having a license to practice as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant in this state charging that person with having violated the provisions of § 17-93-308 . (2) Once a complaint has been received in the board office, the board shall first send an advisory notice to the person allegedly committing the violation informing the person of the complaint and a statement notifying the person that the person must reply to the board. (3) If the board determines that there is a reasonable belief that the accused may have been guilty of a violation of this chapter or the rules promulgated thereunder, or both, the board shall prepare an order and notice of hearing advising the person of the date for the hearing to be held by the board. (b) All hearings and appeals shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, § 25-15-201 et seq. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1605, eff. 7/24/2019. Acts 1959, No. 141, § 13; 1979, No. 631, § 8; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1329; Acts 2001, No. 1412, § 9.

(a) (1) Any person may file a complaint with the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy against any person having a license to practice as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant in this state charging that person with having violated the provisions of § 17-93-308 . (2) Once a complaint has been received in the board office, the board shall first send an advisory notice to the person allegedly committing the violation informing the person of the complaint and a statement notifying the person that the person must reply to the board. (3) If the board determines that there is a reasonable belief that the accused may have been guilty of a violation of this chapter or the rules promulgated thereunder, or both, the board shall prepare an order and notice of hearing advising the person of the date for the hearing to be held by the board.

(1) Any person may file a complaint with the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy against any person having a license to practice as a physical therapist or as a physical therapist assistant in this state charging that person with having violated the provisions of § 17-93-308 .

(2) Once a complaint has been received in the board office, the board shall first send an advisory notice to the person allegedly committing the violation informing the person of the complaint and a statement notifying the person that the person must reply to the board.

(3) If the board determines that there is a reasonable belief that the accused may have been guilty of a violation of this chapter or the rules promulgated thereunder, or both, the board shall prepare an order and notice of hearing advising the person of the date for the hearing to be held by the board.

(b) All hearings and appeals shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, § 25-15-201 et seq.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1605, eff. 7/24/2019.

Acts 1959, No. 141, § 13; 1979, No. 631, § 8; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-1329; Acts 2001, No. 1412, § 9.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-26-302 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 26 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-26-302
Application for examination and license
Status: in_force

(a) Each application for the written examination shall be accompanied by the required fee, and shall contain proof of the qualifications of the applicant for registration and licensing. (b) The application shall be verified by the oath of the applicant. Amended by Act 2017, No. 973,§ 2, eff. 8/1/2017. Acts 1955, No. 358, Art. 6, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-839; Acts 2007, No. 223, § 13; 2009, No. 4, § 4.

(a) Each application for the written examination shall be accompanied by the required fee, and shall contain proof of the qualifications of the applicant for registration and licensing.

(b) The application shall be verified by the oath of the applicant.

Amended by Act 2017, No. 973,§ 2, eff. 8/1/2017.

Acts 1955, No. 358, Art. 6, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-839; Acts 2007, No. 223, § 13; 2009, No. 4, § 4.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-93-406 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 93 / Subchapter 4 / Section 17-93-406
Powers and duties of the board
Status: in_force

The Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training shall have the following powers and duties: (1) To receive and maintain all records of board proceedings; (2) To adopt minimum curriculum and internship requirements for qualification for an Arkansas athletic trainer's license; (3) To issue licenses; (4) To keep a complete record of all licensed athletic trainers, including: (A) Preparing annually a roster showing the names and addresses of all licensed athletic trainers; and (B) Making available a copy of such a roster to any person requesting it on payment of a fee as established by the board to cover the cost of the roster; (5) To adopt rules consistent with this subchapter which are necessary for the performance of its duties, including, but not limited to, the imposing of fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter; (6) To collect fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter; (7) To keep records of fees collected and costs incurred for operations of the board and licensing of athletic trainers; and (8) To file an annual report of its activities, including the activities of the board, with the Department of Health. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1609, eff. 7/24/2019. Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 4893, eff. 7/1/2019. Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 6; 2001, No. 1124, § 4.

The Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training shall have the following powers and duties:

(1) To receive and maintain all records of board proceedings;

(2) To adopt minimum curriculum and internship requirements for qualification for an Arkansas athletic trainer's license;

(3) To issue licenses;

(4) To keep a complete record of all licensed athletic trainers, including: (A) Preparing annually a roster showing the names and addresses of all licensed athletic trainers; and (B) Making available a copy of such a roster to any person requesting it on payment of a fee as established by the board to cover the cost of the roster;

(A) Preparing annually a roster showing the names and addresses of all licensed athletic trainers; and

(B) Making available a copy of such a roster to any person requesting it on payment of a fee as established by the board to cover the cost of the roster;

(5) To adopt rules consistent with this subchapter which are necessary for the performance of its duties, including, but not limited to, the imposing of fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter;

(6) To collect fees adequate to carry out the purposes of this subchapter;

(7) To keep records of fees collected and costs incurred for operations of the board and licensing of athletic trainers; and

(8) To file an annual report of its activities, including the activities of the board, with the Department of Health.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1609, eff. 7/24/2019.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 4893, eff. 7/1/2019.

Acts 1995, No. 1279, § 6; 2001, No. 1124, § 4.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-96-205 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 96 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-96-205
Rules on Schedule II narcotics
Status: in_force

The Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine shall adopt rules: (1) Limiting the amount of Schedule II narcotics that may be prescribed and dispensed by licensees of the board; and (2) Requiring licensees of the board to check the information in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program as required under § 20-7-604(d)(2) . Added by Act 2019, No. 112,§ 1, eff. 7/24/2019.

The Arkansas Board of Podiatric Medicine shall adopt rules:

(1) Limiting the amount of Schedule II narcotics that may be prescribed and dispensed by licensees of the board; and

(2) Requiring licensees of the board to check the information in the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program as required under § 20-7-604(d)(2) .

Added by Act 2019, No. 112,§ 1, eff. 7/24/2019.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-92-118 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 92 / Subchapter 1 / Section 17-92-118
Point-of-care treatment
Status: in_force

A pharmacist who tests for conditions under § 17-92-101(18)(A)(x) shall: (1) Hold a license to practice pharmacy in this state; (2) Report a diagnosis or suspected existence of influenza to the Department of Health; (3) Furnish patient records to a healthcare practitioner designated by the patient upon the request of the patient; and (4) Maintain records of all patients receiving services under this section for two (2) years. Added by Act 2021, No. 503,§ 4, eff. 1/1/2022.

A pharmacist who tests for conditions under § 17-92-101(18)(A)(x) shall:

(1) Hold a license to practice pharmacy in this state;

(2) Report a diagnosis or suspected existence of influenza to the Department of Health;

(3) Furnish patient records to a healthcare practitioner designated by the patient upon the request of the patient; and

(4) Maintain records of all patients receiving services under this section for two (2) years.

Added by Act 2021, No. 503,§ 4, eff. 1/1/2022.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-37-220 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 37 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-37-220
Hearing and appeal
Status: in_force

(a) When any person is refused a license or his or her license is not renewed, or when the State Plant Board contemplates invalidation of his or her license, he or she shall have the right of a hearing before the board or an authorized committee of the board by filing a written request for a hearing with the Department of Agriculture. (b) Any person whose license is denied, refused, or invalidated by the board may appeal the decision to the Pulaski County Circuit Court within twenty (20) days after official notification of the decision. Amended by Act 2021, No. 557,§ 12, eff. 7/28/2021. Acts 1975, No. 488, § 7; A.S.A. 1947, § 77-1807.

(a) When any person is refused a license or his or her license is not renewed, or when the State Plant Board contemplates invalidation of his or her license, he or she shall have the right of a hearing before the board or an authorized committee of the board by filing a written request for a hearing with the Department of Agriculture.

(b) Any person whose license is denied, refused, or invalidated by the board may appeal the decision to the Pulaski County Circuit Court within twenty (20) days after official notification of the decision.

Amended by Act 2021, No. 557,§ 12, eff. 7/28/2021.

Acts 1975, No. 488, § 7; A.S.A. 1947, § 77-1807.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-25-308 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 25 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-25-308
Grounds for revocation
Status: in_force

(a) The Contractors Licensing Board may revoke the certificate of license or registration of any contractor licensed or registered under this chapter who is found guilty of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a license or registration or for aiding or abetting any contractor or person to violate the provisions of this chapter or for gross negligence, incompetence, or misconduct in the conduct of the contractor's business. (b) The board may revoke the certificate of license of a contractor licensed under this chapter who fails to obtain or maintain workers' compensation coverage as required under the Workers' Compensation Law, § 11-9-101 et seq., and § 17-25-514 . Amended by Act 2019, No. 805,§ 13, eff. 7/1/2020. Acts 1965, No. 150, § 12; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-711; Acts 2009, No. 327, § 4.

(a) The Contractors Licensing Board may revoke the certificate of license or registration of any contractor licensed or registered under this chapter who is found guilty of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a license or registration or for aiding or abetting any contractor or person to violate the provisions of this chapter or for gross negligence, incompetence, or misconduct in the conduct of the contractor's business.

(b) The board may revoke the certificate of license of a contractor licensed under this chapter who fails to obtain or maintain workers' compensation coverage as required under the Workers' Compensation Law, § 11-9-101 et seq., and § 17-25-514 .

Amended by Act 2019, No. 805,§ 13, eff. 7/1/2020.

Acts 1965, No. 150, § 12; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-711; Acts 2009, No. 327, § 4.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-40-206 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 40 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-40-206
[Repealed]
Status: repealed

Repealed by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 52, eff. 9/1/2015. Acts 1977, No. 429, §§ 9, 12; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-2130, 71-2133.

Repealed by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 52, eff. 9/1/2015.

Acts 1977, No. 429, §§ 9, 12; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-2130, 71-2133.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-29-207 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 29 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-29-207
[Repealed]
Status: repealed

Repealed by Act 2017, No. 788,§ 5, eff. 7/1/2018. Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 11, eff. 7/22/2015. Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 10, eff. 7/22/2015. Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 9, eff. 7/22/2015. Acts 1983, No. 325, §§ 4, 10; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-904, 71-910; Acts 1989, No. 106, § 6; 2011, No. 874, § 1.

Repealed by Act 2017, No. 788,§ 5, eff. 7/1/2018.

Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 11, eff. 7/22/2015.

Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 10, eff. 7/22/2015.

Amended by Act 2015, No. 1095,§ 9, eff. 7/22/2015.

Acts 1983, No. 325, §§ 4, 10; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-904, 71-910; Acts 1989, No. 106, § 6; 2011, No. 874, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-82-604 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 82 / Subchapter 6 / Section 17-82-604
Physical requirements for facilities
Status: in_force

(a) A mobile dental facility shall comply with the following physical requirements and inspection criteria: (1) Ready access by a ramp or lift; (2) A properly functioning sterilization system; (3) Ready access to an adequate supply of potable water, including hot water; (4) A covered galvanized, stainless steel, or other noncorrosive container for the deposit of refuse and waste materials; and (5) Ready access to toilet facilities. (b) A mobile dental facility shall be inspected by the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners or its representative before receiving a permit. (c) The board may perform periodic unannounced audits and inspections on a permitted mobile dental facility. Acts 2009, No. 414, § 1.

(a) A mobile dental facility shall comply with the following physical requirements and inspection criteria: (1) Ready access by a ramp or lift; (2) A properly functioning sterilization system; (3) Ready access to an adequate supply of potable water, including hot water; (4) A covered galvanized, stainless steel, or other noncorrosive container for the deposit of refuse and waste materials; and (5) Ready access to toilet facilities.

(1) Ready access by a ramp or lift;

(2) A properly functioning sterilization system;

(3) Ready access to an adequate supply of potable water, including hot water;

(4) A covered galvanized, stainless steel, or other noncorrosive container for the deposit of refuse and waste materials; and

(5) Ready access to toilet facilities.

(b) A mobile dental facility shall be inspected by the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners or its representative before receiving a permit.

(c) The board may perform periodic unannounced audits and inspections on a permitted mobile dental facility.

Acts 2009, No. 414, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-19-103 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 19 / Subchapter 1 / Section 17-19-103
Civil and criminal proceedings
Status: in_force

The venue for any criminal or civil proceeding filed for any violation of this chapter shall be in the county wherein the violation occurred. Acts 1989, No. 417, § 1.

The venue for any criminal or civil proceeding filed for any violation of this chapter shall be in the county wherein the violation occurred.

Acts 1989, No. 417, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-20-207 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 20 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-20-207
Annual reports
Status: in_force

The State Board of Barber Examiners shall annually, on or before January 1, make a report to the Governor of all its official acts during the preceding year and of its receipts and disbursements and such recommendations as it may deem expedient. Amended by Act 2013, No. 501,§ 2, eff. 8/16/2013. Acts 1937, No. 313, § 16; Pope's Dig., § 12084; Acts 1971, No. 126, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-516, 71-516.1.

The State Board of Barber Examiners shall annually, on or before January 1, make a report to the Governor of all its official acts during the preceding year and of its receipts and disbursements and such recommendations as it may deem expedient.

Amended by Act 2013, No. 501,§ 2, eff. 8/16/2013.

Acts 1937, No. 313, § 16; Pope's Dig., § 12084; Acts 1971, No. 126, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 71-516, 71-516.1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-89-407 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 89 / Subchapter 4 / Section 17-89-407
Penalties - Enforcement
Status: in_force

(a) (1) Any person violating the provisions of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be subject to the fines and penalties provided by law. (2) Each advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be a separate offense, and each day on which an advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is made shall constitute a separate offense. (b) (1) The State Board of Optometry shall have the power to institute suit in the circuit court of the county in which a violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is alleged to have occurred to require enforcement by injunctive procedures and to recover costs of court and reasonable attorney's fees. (2) The board shall not be required to execute or give a bond for cost, indemnity, or stay as a condition to the issuance of a restraining order or injunction, either temporary or permanent, in any court of this state. Acts 1985, No. 418, §§ 4, 5; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 72-2127, 72-2128.

(a) (1) Any person violating the provisions of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be subject to the fines and penalties provided by law. (2) Each advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be a separate offense, and each day on which an advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is made shall constitute a separate offense.

(1) Any person violating the provisions of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor and upon conviction shall be subject to the fines and penalties provided by law.

(2) Each advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 shall be a separate offense, and each day on which an advertisement in violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is made shall constitute a separate offense.

(b) (1) The State Board of Optometry shall have the power to institute suit in the circuit court of the county in which a violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is alleged to have occurred to require enforcement by injunctive procedures and to recover costs of court and reasonable attorney's fees. (2) The board shall not be required to execute or give a bond for cost, indemnity, or stay as a condition to the issuance of a restraining order or injunction, either temporary or permanent, in any court of this state.

(1) The State Board of Optometry shall have the power to institute suit in the circuit court of the county in which a violation of § 17-89-405 or § 17-89-406 is alleged to have occurred to require enforcement by injunctive procedures and to recover costs of court and reasonable attorney's fees.

(2) The board shall not be required to execute or give a bond for cost, indemnity, or stay as a condition to the issuance of a restraining order or injunction, either temporary or permanent, in any court of this state.

Acts 1985, No. 418, §§ 4, 5; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 72-2127, 72-2128.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-92-308 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 92 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-92-308
Reciprocity
Status: in_force

(a) The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy, in its discretion, may license as a pharmacist, through the process of reciprocity as established by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, any person who is duly licensed in some other state, territory, or the District of Columbia if the territory, state, or the District of Columbia has the same general requirements for licensure as Arkansas at the time of original licensure, provided that the state, territory, or the District of Columbia in which the person is licensed shall, under like conditions, grant reciprocal licensure to a pharmacist duly licensed by examination in this state. (b) All applications for a reciprocal license shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed by § 17-92-108 . (c) (1) In the interim between sessions of the board and upon satisfactory evidence of the fitness as established by board rule of an applicant for reciprocity, any member of the board, in his or her discretion, may issue a temporary certificate that shall authorize the holder to practice pharmacy as defined in § 17-92-101 . (2) The temporary certificate shall expire on the date of the next meeting of the board after the granting of the certificate whether that meeting is a regular meeting or a called meeting at which reciprocity is considered. Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1578, eff. 7/24/2019. Acts 1955, No. 57, § 3; 1965, No. 480, § 1; 1975, No. 597, § 1; 1979, No. 751, § 1; 1985, No. 616, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 72-1007.3, 72-1042; Acts 1997, No. 1029, § 3; 2001, No. 801, § 2.

(a) The Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy, in its discretion, may license as a pharmacist, through the process of reciprocity as established by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, any person who is duly licensed in some other state, territory, or the District of Columbia if the territory, state, or the District of Columbia has the same general requirements for licensure as Arkansas at the time of original licensure, provided that the state, territory, or the District of Columbia in which the person is licensed shall, under like conditions, grant reciprocal licensure to a pharmacist duly licensed by examination in this state.

(b) All applications for a reciprocal license shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed by § 17-92-108 .

(c) (1) In the interim between sessions of the board and upon satisfactory evidence of the fitness as established by board rule of an applicant for reciprocity, any member of the board, in his or her discretion, may issue a temporary certificate that shall authorize the holder to practice pharmacy as defined in § 17-92-101 . (2) The temporary certificate shall expire on the date of the next meeting of the board after the granting of the certificate whether that meeting is a regular meeting or a called meeting at which reciprocity is considered.

(1) In the interim between sessions of the board and upon satisfactory evidence of the fitness as established by board rule of an applicant for reciprocity, any member of the board, in his or her discretion, may issue a temporary certificate that shall authorize the holder to practice pharmacy as defined in § 17-92-101 .

(2) The temporary certificate shall expire on the date of the next meeting of the board after the granting of the certificate whether that meeting is a regular meeting or a called meeting at which reciprocity is considered.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 315,§ 1578, eff. 7/24/2019.

Acts 1955, No. 57, § 3; 1965, No. 480, § 1; 1975, No. 597, § 1; 1979, No. 751, § 1; 1985, No. 616, § 3; A.S.A. 1947, §§ 72-1007.3, 72-1042; Acts 1997, No. 1029, § 3; 2001, No. 801, § 2.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-92-1107 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 92 / Subchapter 11 / Section 17-92-1107
Applicability
Status: in_force

Nothing in this subchapter applies to any questions of liability arising outside the scope of the prescription drug redispensing program. Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.

Nothing in this subchapter applies to any questions of liability arising outside the scope of the prescription drug redispensing program.

Acts 2005, No. 162, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-81-311 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 81 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-81-311
Renewal - Fee
Status: in_force

(a) (1) The Arkansas State Board of Chiropractic Examiners may charge an annual renewal fee not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) for the license. However, in its discretion, the board may set the renewal fee for license holders not practicing in this state, or for those inactive, at a lower fee than for those practicing in this state. (2) The board may waive the renewal fee for all licentiates who are serving in the armed services at the time the fee is due. (b) If the license renewal fee is not paid by January 1 of each year or within sixty (60) days from the mailing of notice by the board, whichever is the later date, the license shall automatically expire and be forfeited. The license can only be reinstated upon payment of all sums due, and, in its discretion, the board may assess the delinquent holder an additional sum as a penalty. (c) A renewal fee will be considered "paid" pursuant to this section if it is received in the board office or postmarked on or before the date the fee is due. If a license expires and is forfeited because the renewal fee is not paid on time, the license may be reinstated upon payment of the delinquent fee due, payment of a penalty of two hundred dollars ($200), and complying with the continuing education requirements of § 17-81-312 . (d) Failure of the licensee to receive the renewal form shall not relieve him or her of the duty to renew his or her license and pay the fee required by this chapter. Acts 1971, No. 706, § 11; 1983, No. 504, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-425; Acts 1987, No. 354, § 8; 1989 (3rd Ex. Sess.), No. 30, § 1; 1999, No. 1553, § 13.

(a) (1) The Arkansas State Board of Chiropractic Examiners may charge an annual renewal fee not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) for the license. However, in its discretion, the board may set the renewal fee for license holders not practicing in this state, or for those inactive, at a lower fee than for those practicing in this state. (2) The board may waive the renewal fee for all licentiates who are serving in the armed services at the time the fee is due.

(1) The Arkansas State Board of Chiropractic Examiners may charge an annual renewal fee not to exceed three hundred dollars ($300) for the license. However, in its discretion, the board may set the renewal fee for license holders not practicing in this state, or for those inactive, at a lower fee than for those practicing in this state.

(2) The board may waive the renewal fee for all licentiates who are serving in the armed services at the time the fee is due.

(b) If the license renewal fee is not paid by January 1 of each year or within sixty (60) days from the mailing of notice by the board, whichever is the later date, the license shall automatically expire and be forfeited. The license can only be reinstated upon payment of all sums due, and, in its discretion, the board may assess the delinquent holder an additional sum as a penalty.

(c) A renewal fee will be considered "paid" pursuant to this section if it is received in the board office or postmarked on or before the date the fee is due. If a license expires and is forfeited because the renewal fee is not paid on time, the license may be reinstated upon payment of the delinquent fee due, payment of a penalty of two hundred dollars ($200), and complying with the continuing education requirements of § 17-81-312 .

(d) Failure of the licensee to receive the renewal form shall not relieve him or her of the duty to renew his or her license and pay the fee required by this chapter.

Acts 1971, No. 706, § 11; 1983, No. 504, § 2; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-425; Acts 1987, No. 354, § 8; 1989 (3rd Ex. Sess.), No. 30, § 1; 1999, No. 1553, § 13.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-40-349 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 40 / Subchapter 3 / Section 17-40-349
Suspension for nonpayment of child support
Status: in_force

(a) The Director of the Division of Arkansas State Police shall suspend a license, credential, or commission issued under this chapter if the Division of Arkansas State Police is notified by the Office of Child Support Enforcement of the Revenue Division of the Department of Finance and Administration that the licensee, credential holder, or commission holder has not paid his or her required child support. (b) The licensee, credential holder, or commission holder shall be sent notice of the suspension under this section. (c) The licensee, credential holder, or commission holder may be reinstated after: (1) Full payment of the amount due through the office; and (2) Notification from the office to the division. Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5996, eff. 7/1/2019. Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5995, eff. 7/1/2019. Added by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 88, eff. 9/1/2015.

(a) The Director of the Division of Arkansas State Police shall suspend a license, credential, or commission issued under this chapter if the Division of Arkansas State Police is notified by the Office of Child Support Enforcement of the Revenue Division of the Department of Finance and Administration that the licensee, credential holder, or commission holder has not paid his or her required child support.

(b) The licensee, credential holder, or commission holder shall be sent notice of the suspension under this section.

(c) The licensee, credential holder, or commission holder may be reinstated after: (1) Full payment of the amount due through the office; and (2) Notification from the office to the division.

(1) Full payment of the amount due through the office; and

(2) Notification from the office to the division.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5996, eff. 7/1/2019.

Amended by Act 2019, No. 910,§ 5995, eff. 7/1/2019.

Added by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 88, eff. 9/1/2015.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-33-106 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 33 / Subchapter 1 / Section 17-33-106
Exemptions for licenses
Status: in_force

Persons licensed by the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board pursuant to the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board Act, § 15-75-101 et seq., are exempt from the provisions of this chapter pertaining to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration when: (1) Engaged in the installation, repair, or replacement of a liquefied petroleum gas appliance so long as the appliance is not connected to a refrigeration system, except that such persons may also engage in the replacement or repair of a liquefied petroleum gas central heating unit when it is combined with an air conditioning unit; and (2) Engaged in the installation of a venting system required for a vented-type liquefied petroleum gas appliance. Acts 1993, No. 112, § 1.

Persons licensed by the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board pursuant to the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board Act, § 15-75-101 et seq., are exempt from the provisions of this chapter pertaining to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration when:

(1) Engaged in the installation, repair, or replacement of a liquefied petroleum gas appliance so long as the appliance is not connected to a refrigeration system, except that such persons may also engage in the replacement or repair of a liquefied petroleum gas central heating unit when it is combined with an air conditioning unit; and

(2) Engaged in the installation of a venting system required for a vented-type liquefied petroleum gas appliance.

Acts 1993, No. 112, § 1.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-82-107 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 82 / Subchapter 1 / Section 17-82-107
Pharmacists authorized to fill prescriptions
Status: in_force

Pharmacists duly licensed in the State of Arkansas are authorized to fill prescriptions in the State of Arkansas for duly licensed dentists of this state for any drug to be used in the practice of dentistry. Acts 1955, No. 14, § 35; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-568.

Pharmacists duly licensed in the State of Arkansas are authorized to fill prescriptions in the State of Arkansas for duly licensed dentists of this state for any drug to be used in the practice of dentistry.

Acts 1955, No. 14, § 35; A.S.A. 1947, § 72-568.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-40-101 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 40 / Subchapter 1 / Section 17-40-101
Title
Status: in_force

This chapter may be cited as the "Private Security Agency, Private Investigator, and School Security Licensing and Credentialing Act". Amended by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 39, eff. 9/1/2015. Acts 1977, No. 429, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2122.

This chapter may be cited as the "Private Security Agency, Private Investigator, and School Security Licensing and Credentialing Act".

Amended by Act 2015, No. 393,§ 39, eff. 9/1/2015.

Acts 1977, No. 429, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-2122.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-30-203 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 30 / Subchapter 2 / Section 17-30-203
Powers, duties, and proceedings
Status: in_force

(a) The State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors shall: (1) Meet at least two (2) times each year; (2) Have a seal that shall be affixed to each certificate of licensure; and (3) Require that plans, specifications, plats, and reports issued by a professional engineer are stamped with a board-authorized design seal. (b) The board: (1) May determine the persons entitled to be licensed and those whose licenses shall be suspended or revoked; (2) Shall fix the fees and renewal fees; (3) Shall hold examinations for applicants for licensure not less than two (2) times a year; and (4) May do any other things necessary to its duties, including the adoption of rules not inconsistent with this chapter, the Arkansas Constitution, and other laws. (c) (1) The board may subpoena witnesses and compel their attendance and also may require the production of books, papers, and documents. (2) A member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses before the board. (d) The expenses incurred by the board for the administration of this chapter may be paid by the board. Acts 1953, No. 214, § 4; 1957, No. 285, § 1; 1969, No. 131, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-1021; Acts 2009, No. 444, § 3; 2011, No. 897, § 2.

(a) The State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors shall: (1) Meet at least two (2) times each year; (2) Have a seal that shall be affixed to each certificate of licensure; and (3) Require that plans, specifications, plats, and reports issued by a professional engineer are stamped with a board-authorized design seal.

(1) Meet at least two (2) times each year;

(2) Have a seal that shall be affixed to each certificate of licensure; and

(3) Require that plans, specifications, plats, and reports issued by a professional engineer are stamped with a board-authorized design seal.

(b) The board: (1) May determine the persons entitled to be licensed and those whose licenses shall be suspended or revoked; (2) Shall fix the fees and renewal fees; (3) Shall hold examinations for applicants for licensure not less than two (2) times a year; and (4) May do any other things necessary to its duties, including the adoption of rules not inconsistent with this chapter, the Arkansas Constitution, and other laws.

(1) May determine the persons entitled to be licensed and those whose licenses shall be suspended or revoked;

(2) Shall fix the fees and renewal fees;

(3) Shall hold examinations for applicants for licensure not less than two (2) times a year; and

(4) May do any other things necessary to its duties, including the adoption of rules not inconsistent with this chapter, the Arkansas Constitution, and other laws.

(c) (1) The board may subpoena witnesses and compel their attendance and also may require the production of books, papers, and documents. (2) A member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses before the board.

(1) The board may subpoena witnesses and compel their attendance and also may require the production of books, papers, and documents.

(2) A member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses before the board.

(d) The expenses incurred by the board for the administration of this chapter may be paid by the board.

Acts 1953, No. 214, § 4; 1957, No. 285, § 1; 1969, No. 131, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 71-1021; Acts 2009, No. 444, § 3; 2011, No. 897, § 2.
Ark. Code Ann. § 17-35-606 — AR Code / Title 17 / Chapter 35 / Subchapter 6 / Section 17-35-606
Funds
Status: in_force

(a) All moneys collected by the State Board of Registered Residential Interior Designers under §§ 17-35-601 - 17-35-606 , 17-35-701 , 17-35-702 , and 17-35-801 - 17-35-803 shall be deposited into a financial institution in this state designated by the board. (b) No general revenues of this state shall be appropriated to the board. Acts 1993, No. 959, § 14.

(a) All moneys collected by the State Board of Registered Residential Interior Designers under §§ 17-35-601 - 17-35-606 , 17-35-701 , 17-35-702 , and 17-35-801 - 17-35-803 shall be deposited into a financial institution in this state designated by the board.

(b) No general revenues of this state shall be appropriated to the board.

Acts 1993, No. 959, § 14.