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AR HB1955
Bill
Status
10/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Bruce Cozart
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AI Summary
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Requires each public school district and school to create a policy allowing parents or legal guardians to submit applications for the opportunity public school choice option via regular mail, email, or hand delivery.
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Prohibits public school districts and schools from requiring parents, legal guardians, or persons standing in loco parentis to file applications in person.
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Requires nonresident districts to notify parents or legal guardians and the resident district in writing by July 1 of the school year regarding acceptance or rejection of transfer applications.
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Requires resident districts to notify parents or guardians in writing by July 1 if a student has applied to attend a school within their resident district.
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Requires districts to notify parents or guardians in writing within fifteen (15) calendar days of receiving applications for any applications received under specified provisions.
Legislative Description
To Amend Provisions Of The Arkansas Code Concerning The Arkansas Opportunity Public School Choice Act; And To Amend Provisions Of The Arkansas Code Concerning The Public School Choice Act Of 2015.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
10/15/2021