This bill amends the law regarding the appointment of part-time law enforcement officers by political subdivisions in Arkansas. It allows these subdivisions to appoint part-time law enforcement officers at a ratio of two for each full-time certified officer they employ. Additionally, for subdivisions with a population of 1,000 or less, the bill permits the appointment of part-time officers based on the number of part-time chiefs of police they employ.

Furthermore, the bill provides a mechanism for political subdivisions to request additional part-time law enforcement officers if they face special or unusual circumstances that necessitate a greater number than the established ratios. The request must detail the specific issues justifying the need for more officers, and if the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training finds that the public interest would be served, they may grant the request. The bill also clarifies that it does not limit the number of honorary police officers without law enforcement authority.