This bill aims to prohibit the possession and use of tobacco, tobacco products, and e-cigarettes at public schools in Arkansas. It amends existing law to clarify that smoking, using, or possessing these substances is not allowed on school property, including open-enrollment public charter schools. The language changes include replacing "the use of" with "using or possessing" to broaden the scope of the prohibition.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new provision that holds parents or legal guardians financially accountable if a student is found violating this prohibition. Specifically, it establishes a tiered fine system: $100 for the first offense, $500 for the second, and $1,000 for any subsequent offenses. The collected fines will be directed to the local police department of the municipality where the school is located.

Statutes affected:
HB 1192: 6-21-609(b), 6-21-609