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AR HB1576

Bill

Status

Failed

5/1/2017

Primary Sponsor

Charlotte Douglas

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-20-2507 to add procedures for reallocating funds when state financial participation in new construction projects becomes void for any reason

  • Requires the division to reallocate voided funds to approved but unfunded new construction projects holding the highest priority position in the current funding cycle

  • Allows public school districts to either accept reallocated funding and proceed with construction or refuse funding if it would not fully fund their project

  • If a district refuses funding due to insufficient amount, the project maintains its priority position and funds are reallocated to the next highest priority project

  • Directs continued reallocation of funds until either funds are exhausted or remaining funds are insufficient to fully fund any remaining approved projects, with leftover funds becoming general program funds

Legislative Description

To Amend Provisions Of The Academic Facilities Partnership Program Concerning Approved But Unfunded New Construction Projects.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

5/1/2017

Committee Referrals

Education3/20/2017
Education2/17/2017

Full Bill Text

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