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AR HJR1006
Joint Resolution
Status
Passed
4/7/2023
Primary Sponsor
Robin Lundstrum
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Constitution Article 19, § 14(b) to expand eligible institutions for lottery-funded scholarships and grants to include vocational-technical schools and technical institutes, in addition to existing two-year and four-year colleges and universities
- Requires all eligible institutions to be public or private nonprofit entities located within Arkansas and certified according to criteria established by the General Assembly
- Directs the General Assembly to establish eligibility criteria for individuals receiving scholarships and grants under this amendment
- Becomes effective January 1, 2025, upon voter approval at the next general election for Representatives and Senators
- Lottery proceeds continue to be used solely for lottery operating expenses and prizes, with eligible institutions expanded to three categories: colleges/universities, vocational-technical schools, and technical institutes
Legislative Description
A Constitutional Amendment To Provide That Lottery Proceeds May Be Used To Fund Or Provide Scholarships And Grants To Arkansas Citizens Enrolled In Vocational-technical Schools And Technical Institutes.
Last Action
Approved by the Governor
4/12/2023
Committee Referrals
State Agencies & Governmental Affairs4/4/2023
State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/7/2023
Full Bill Text
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