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AR HB1489

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/12/2023

Primary Sponsor

Denise Garner

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-16-120(b) regarding programs and activities approved for academic credit for community service
  • Removes requirement that programs be approved by the State Board of Education, retaining only local school district board of directors approval
  • Requires community service programs to include preparation, action, and reflection components
  • Mandates that approved programs must be federally or state-approved and have tax-exempt status under 26 U.S.C. § 501(c)(3) as of January 1, 2023
  • Requires parental or legal guardian approval of programs before students participate

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning Programs And Activities Approved For Academic Credit For Community Service.

Last Action

Notification that HB1489 is now Act 720

4/12/2023

Committee Referrals

Education3/28/2023
Education2/22/2023

Full Bill Text

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