§ 27-24-1302 - Definitions. - Arkansas Statutes

27-24-1302. Definitions.

As used in this subchapter:

(1) "Cold War veteran" means any current or former member of the armed forces of the United States who has received a Cold War Recognition Certificate from the United States Secretary of Defense for service during the Cold War era from September 2, 1945 -- December 26, 1991;

(2) "Firefighter" means a person who is certified by the Arkansas Fire Protection Services Board as a certified firefighter or who has retired as a firefighter;

(3) "Professional firefighter" means a person who is in good standing with the Arkansas Professional Fire Fighters Association;

(4) "Public service" means a service provided by a city, a county, or the state government that requires licensure or certification by the person who is providing the service; and

(5) "Retired state trooper" means a former employee of the Department of Arkansas State Police who is eligible for and is receiving retirement benefits related to the retiree's employment as a state trooper.