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AR HB1805

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/4/2017

Primary Sponsor

James Sturch

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-61-105 to require state-supported institutions of higher education to ensure students pass a course in American history or civil government before awarding a baccalaureate degree
  • Course must include instruction in the essentials of the United States Constitution and study of American institutions and ideals
  • Updates enforcement language by changing Department of Higher Education authority from "directed to" to "shall" see to strict implementation of requirements
  • Repeals Arkansas Code § 6-61-106, which previously contained redundant requirements for instruction in United States Constitution and American institutions across all public-funded colleges and universities
  • Maintains penalties for violations including fines of $100-$500, imprisonment of 30 days to 6 months, and grounds for dismissal of educators or revocation of institutional charters

Legislative Description

To Amend The Arkansas Code Concerning Postsecondary Courses In United States History, United States Government, And The United States Constitution.

Last Action

Notification that HB1805 is now Act 870

4/4/2017

Committee Referrals

Education3/15/2017
Education3/2/2017

Full Bill Text

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