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AZ SB1204
Bill
Status
4/26/2017
Primary Sponsor
Gail Griffin
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AI Summary
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Amends section 15-722 to require school district governing boards to provide information on proposed high school textbooks on the school district website and require all textbook review committee meetings to be open to the public.
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Mandates a minimum 60-day public comment period for textbook selection, with comments accepted in written, oral, and email formats.
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Requires school districts to make copies of all textbooks under consideration available for public review at the school district office for at least 60 days prior to formal textbook selection.
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Amends section 15-102 to expand the parental involvement policy requirement, including procedures to ensure parents can learn about course materials and activities, with specific reference to the public review process under sections 15-721 and 15-722.
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Defines "textbook" to include printed instructional materials or digital content required for classroom use, including materials requiring electronic equipment.
Legislative Description
High school textbooks; review period
Education
Last Action
Chapter 204
4/26/2017