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AZ HCR2006
Concurrent Resolution
Status
1/23/2012
Primary Sponsor
Judy Burges
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to allow private school tuition vouchers for pupils in public schools with average classroom sizes of 35 or more students.
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Establishes annual voucher amount of $5,500, adjusted annually by the percentage change in the consumer price index.
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Also extends voucher eligibility to pupils with disabilities and pupils who have been in foster care, regardless of classroom size.
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Amends Article II, Section 12 and Article IX, Section 10 of the Arizona Constitution to create exceptions to the prohibition on public money for private school tuition.
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Directs the Secretary of State to submit the proposition to voters at the next general election.
Legislative Description
Private school tuition programs
Last Action
Referred to House ED Committee
1/24/2012