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AZ HB2705
Bill
Status
2/1/2024
Primary Sponsor
Lupe Contreras
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AI Summary
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Establishes fingerprint clearance card requirements for all school personnel at qualified schools accepting Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) funds, with compliance required within six months of the bill's effective date.
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Requires qualified school instructors in core subjects to have either a baccalaureate degree, three years of teaching experience, or specialized expertise in their subject area.
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Mandates qualified schools accepting ESA funds to comply with financial reporting requirements, post graduation rates, provide special education services as required by law, and limit tuition increases to the consumer price index percentage change.
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Establishes a financial transparency portal requiring qualified schools to report data comparable to school district audits, including information on financial ability to continue operating and student enrollment trends.
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Sets termination date of July 1, 2032 for the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Accounts program with legislative review requirements beginning in 2031.
Legislative Description
ESAs; qualified schools; requirements; reporting.
Requirements
Last Action
House read second time
2/5/2024