Arkansas § 6-20-2517 - Nursing center.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-20-2517 — Nursing center., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-20-2517. Nursing center.
Beginning in the 2017-2019 funding cycle for the Academic Facilities Partnership Program, each new application for a new school building or a major renovation to an existing school building that would normally house a nursing office shall include a school nursing center. A nursing center shall meet minimum standards for infection control and safe care, including without limitation: A private office with a door; Heat and air conditioning; A telephone; A sink with hot and cold water; A handicap-accessible bathroom with a toilet; A locking filing cabinet; A double-locking medicine cabinet; A refrigerator for medications; A sharps container and system for the disposal of biohazard waste; Personal protection equipment for each nurse, including gowns, masks, and gloves; Two (2) cots; A computer with internet access; An electronic health records system that is compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, 20 U.S.C. § 1232g, and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, Pub. L. No. 104-191. The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education may purchase appropriate software that is accessible to a school district depending on the availability of funding; First aid and assessment equipment; Storage cabinets for first aid and assessment equipment; and A desk and office supplies. The project minimum required under § 6-20-2507(b)(1)(C) does not apply to a construction project with a school nursing center. A school nursing center may be located in a portable classroom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-20-2517
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-20-2517 cover?
Section 6-20-2517 ("Nursing center.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 6-20-2517?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-20-2517" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 6-20-2517 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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