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AZ HB2435

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/22/2018

Primary Sponsor

Paul Boyer

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-third Legislature - Second Regular Session (2018)

AI Summary

  • Establishes minimum daily English language development requirements: 120 minutes per day for K-6th grade and 100 minutes per day for grades 7-12.

  • Requires the state board of education to adopt research-based models for structured English immersion and alternative English instruction programs with specific evaluation criteria.

  • Renames the "Arizona Structured English Immersion Fund" to the "Arizona English Language Learner Fund" and modifies budget request procedures for school districts and charter schools.

  • Repeals section 15-756.06 and modifies reporting requirements, requiring annual reports on English language learner program data, student proficiency achievement, and academic performance comparisons.

  • Authorizes the auditor general to conduct performance audits on school districts receiving English language learner and compensatory instruction funds to ensure compliance with state laws and determine classroom spending percentages.

Legislative Description

English language learners; instruction; budgeting

Boards, Commissions And Committees -- Current

Last Action

Senate Committee of the Whole action: Retained

4/25/2018

Full Bill Text

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