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AZ SCR1036

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/26/2022

Primary Sponsor

Martin Quezada

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-fifth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2022)

AI Summary

  • Repeals sections 15-752, 15-753, 15-754, and 15-755 of Arizona Revised Statutes regarding specific English language education program requirements.

  • Amends section 15-756 to require schools identify students' primary language and assess English language proficiency, classifying non-proficient students as English language learners without mandating specific program types.

  • Establishes that all public schools must ensure English language learners receive high-quality education, master English, and access research-based language programs, with parents granted legal standing to sue for enforcement and recover attorney fees and compensatory damages.

  • Amends section 15-756.01 to require the state board of education adopt research-based and evidence-based models of structured English immersion and alternative English instruction, with minimum daily/weekly English language development hours specified by grade level.

  • Allows school districts and charter schools to establish dual-language immersion programs for both native and nonnative English speakers and requires solicitation of community input on instructional methods.

  • Submits this measure to voters at the next general election for approval.

Legislative Description

Schools; English language learners; requirements

Requirements

Last Action

Senate read second time

1/27/2022

Committee Referrals

Rules1/26/2022
Education Accountability and Reform1/26/2022

Full Bill Text

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