AR SB154

Defines "adult education charter school" as a charter school for individuals at least 19 years old offering simultaneous high school diploma and industry certification programs

Requires nonprofit applicants to commit at least $1,000,000 (up to 25% in-kind) and demonstrate success serving disadvantaged adults, with application materials including community hearing documentation, workforce plans, and performance criteria

Sets enrollment cap at 350 students maximum and limits eligibility to individuals at least 19 years old who have not earned a high school diploma or failed to complete graduation requirements

Excludes adult education charter schools from the standard open-enrollment charter school cap and prohibits funding through the Public School Fund, allowing only public or private sources

Requires the State Board of Education to adopt rules establishing minimum graduation requirements and standardized assessments, with annual reporting to legislative education committees on school operations and workforce impact