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AZ HCR2030
Concurrent Resolution
Status
1/18/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jack Harper
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AI Summary
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Proposes constitutional amendment to Article II, Section 12 and Article IX, Section 10 of the Arizona Constitution to allow private school tuition voucher programs.
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Establishes annual private school tuition vouchers of $5,500 (adjusted annually by consumer price index changes) for pupils attending public schools with average classroom size of 35 or more students.
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Exempts tuition voucher programs from constitutional prohibitions on using public money for religious worship, exercise, instruction, or support of religious establishments.
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Extends voucher eligibility to pupils with disabilities and pupils who have been in foster care regardless of public school classroom size.
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Requires submission of the constitutional amendment to Arizona voters at the next general election for approval.
Legislative Description
Private school tuition programs
Last Action
Introduced
1/18/2011