§ 11-4-222. Political subdivisions prohibited from requiring more than federal or state requirements from employers — Definitions

(a) As used in this section:

1. (1) “Employee” means an individual employed in this state by an employer;

2. (2)

   1. (A) “Employer” means an individual, sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation, or other entity that does business in this state.

   2. (B) However, “employer” does not include a public employer;

3. (3) “Employment benefit” means anything of value that an employee may receive from an employer in addition to wages and salary, including without limitation:

   1. (A) Health, disability, retirement, profit-sharing, and death benefits;

   2. (B) Group accidental death and dismemberment benefits;

   3. (C) Paid or unpaid days off from work for holidays, sick leave, vacation, and personal necessity; and

   4. (D) Terms of employment, notice of scheduling, attendance, or leave policies;

4. (4) “Political subdivision” means a county, city, or town in this state; and

5. (5) “Public employer” means the State of Arkansas and each political subdivision of the state.

(b) A political subdivision shall not establish, mandate, or otherwise require an employer to provide to an employee a minimum or living wage rate or employment benefit that exceeds the requirements of federal laws or regulations or state laws or rules.