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AR SB114
Bill
Status
3/15/2021
Primary Sponsor
Missy Irvin
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AI Summary
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Requires applicants for the Academic Support Scholarship to complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or subsequent federal financial aid application to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Amends Arkansas Governor's Scholars Program eligibility by replacing the end-of-course examination requirement with a requirement to complete and submit a FAFSA or subsequent federal financial aid application.
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Adds a new FAFSA submission requirement for scholarships for teachers in high-need subject areas as an eligibility condition.
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Maintains existing eligibility standards for all three scholarship programs including residency requirements, citizenship status, high school graduation, and academic enrollment criteria.
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Approved March 15, 2021.
Legislative Description
To Amend Provisions Of The Arkansas Code Concerning Applications And Eligibility For The Academic Support Scholarship, The Arkansas Governor's Scholars Program, And Scholarships For Teachers In High-need Subject Areas.
Last Action
Notification that SB114 is now Act 331
3/15/2021