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AR HB1170

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2021

Primary Sponsor

David Tollett

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Origin

House of Representatives

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-17-429(d) to delay the deadline for teachers to demonstrate proficiency in scientific reading instruction from the 2021-2022 school year to the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Requires all teachers with elementary education (K-6) or special education (K-12) licenses to demonstrate proficiency in scientific reading instruction by the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Requires all other teachers to demonstrate awareness (rather than proficiency) in scientific reading instruction by the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Requires all teachers hired in the 2023-2024 school year and thereafter to demonstrate proficiency or awareness in scientific reading instruction either as a condition of licensure or within one year of employment if already licensed or employed under a waiver.

Legislative Description

To Amend The Date By Which Teachers Shall Demonstrate Proficiency In Knowledge And Practices Of Scientific Reading Instruction.

Last Action

WITHDRAWN BY AUTHOR

2/8/2021

Committee Referrals

Education1/13/2021

Full Bill Text

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