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AR HB1966
Bill
Status
4/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lincoln Barnett
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AI Summary
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Incorporated towns or cities of the second class may petition receiving school district boards to establish a local public elementary school or satellite school within their boundaries following a school consolidation
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Eligible communities must meet specific criteria: the affected district previously had an elementary school, is within the town/city boundaries, underwent consolidation within the last 20 years, and the town/city can provide adequate school facilities
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If the receiving school district board approves the petition, the district and town/city must jointly file an appeal with the State Board of Education for final approval
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Any newly established elementary or satellite school becomes part of the receiving district's system
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Towns/cities and receiving districts may enter written agreements for in-kind contributions to help establish and maintain the new school
Legislative Description
To Authorize An Incorporated Town Or A City Of The Second Class To Petition The State Board Of Education For The Establishment Of A Local Public Elementary School Or Satellite School Under Certain Conditions.
Last Action
Notification that HB1966 is now Act 914
4/21/2025