SCR 1019 Summary

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

• Requires public schools to identify primary language of new students and assess English language proficiency, classifying non-proficient students as English language learners without mandating a specific program type.

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

• Directs the State Board of Education to adopt research-based and evidence-based models for structured English immersion and alternative English instruction, with minimum daily/weekly/yearly English language development hours specified by grade level.

• Allows school districts and charter schools to establish dual-language immersion programs for both native and non-native English speakers while repealing prescriptive program requirements.

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