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AR HB1186

Bill

Status

Failed

10/15/2021

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Meeks

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Origin

House of Representatives

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-18-207(a)(1) to establish kindergarten enrollment age requirements for public schools in Arkansas
  • Students may enter kindergarten if they will attain age five (5) years on or before August 1 of the year they seek initial enrollment
  • Students who will turn five years old within thirty (30) days after August 1 may enroll in kindergarten with written request and approval from the school principal
  • Creates a waiver process allowing exceptions to the standard minimum age requirement through principal approval

Legislative Description

To Create A Waiver Regarding The Minimum Age For Enrollment In Public School.

Last Action

Died in House at Sine Die Adjournment

10/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Education1/14/2021

Full Bill Text

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