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AR HB2207
Bill
Status
3/20/2017
Primary Sponsor
Justin Boyd
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AI Summary
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Repeals Arkansas Code § 6-64-406(b), which previously required allocation of 70% of the first 150 freshman medical class enrollment positions among congressional districts based on population.
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Eliminates the requirement that enrollment positions be assigned exclusively to legal residents of their respective congressional districts.
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Removes preferences for Arkansas residency in medical school admissions, allowing the University of Arkansas College of Medicine to allocate positions without geographic or residency-based restrictions.
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Eliminates detailed provisions regarding state-at-large allocations, nonresident applicant criteria (such as voter registration or driver's license requirements), and preference systems for Arkansas residents over nonresidents.
Legislative Description
To Abolish The Allocation Of Enrollment Positions At The University Of Arkansas College Of Medicine Based On Congressional District And Arkansas Residency.
Last Action
Died in the House at Sine Die
5/1/2017