The proposed bill aims to provide criminal immunity to healthcare professionals for negligent acts or omissions that occur while they are providing healthcare services. It introduces a new subchapter to the Arkansas Code, specifically defining terms such as "healthcare facility," "healthcare professional," and "healthcare service." The bill specifies that healthcare professionals, including employees of healthcare facilities and licensed individuals authorized to administer healthcare, will be immune from criminal liability for harm or damages that arise from negligent actions while delivering healthcare services, as long as they are acting lawfully.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that this new immunity does not amend or alter any existing legal protections, defenses, or limitations of liability that may be available under other laws or contracts. This legislation is designed to encourage healthcare professionals to provide necessary services without the fear of criminal repercussions for unintentional mistakes.