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AR HB1996
Bill
Status
4/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Vivian Flowers
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AI Summary
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Repeals Arkansas Code § 6-15-430(a)(5), which previously authorized the State Board of Education to require annexation, consolidation, or reconstitution of school districts in academic distress
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Removes the State Board of Education's authority to mandate district consolidation or structural reorganization as a remedial option for academically distressed schools or districts
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Eliminates one enforcement tool available to state education officials when addressing persistently underperforming school systems
Legislative Description
To Amend The Options Available To The State Board Of Education Concerning A School District Or Public School In Academic Distress.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
4/22/2015