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AR HB1239

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Collins

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Establishes $3,862 per student in special education funding for students receiving services under an individualized education plan (IEP), beginning with the 2025-2026 school year
  • Amends Arkansas Code § 6-20-2305(b) to create a new funding category specifically for special education
  • Requires the State Board of Education to promulgate rules governing the distribution of these funds
  • Special education funding remains separate from and will not be incorporated into the state foundation funding aid amount

Legislative Description

To Amend The Public School Funding Act Of 2003; And To Add An Additional Category Of Funding For Special Education Funding.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Education1/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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