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AR SB5
Bill
Status
8/10/2022
Primary Sponsor
Charles Beckham
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AI Summary
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Students attending a public school district with a mandatory face mask, face shield, or other face covering requirement become immediately eligible to transfer to another public school district of their choice that does not have such a mandate.
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Transfers are permitted under either the Arkansas Opportunity Public School Choice Act (§ 6-18-227) or the Public School Choice Act of 2015 (§ 6-18-1901 et seq.).
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Funding for any student who transfers shall be transferred to the receiving public school district.
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The bill is declared an emergency measure necessary for the 2022-2023 school year and becomes effective upon Governor approval, expiration of veto period, or veto override.
Legislative Description
To Allow A Student Who Attends A Public School District That Mandates The Use Of Face Masks, Face Shields, Or Other Face Coverings To Transfer To A Public School District Of His Or Her Choice; And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Sine Die adjournment
8/11/2022