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Arkansas House Bill HB1113

Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1113

Introduced
1/11/23  
Refer
1/11/23  

Caption

To Amend Arkansas Law Concerning The Award Of Scholarships Under The Succeed Scholarship Program To Students In Foster Care.

Impact

By amending the eligibility criteria, this bill is expected to allow up to twenty scholarships reserved for students in foster care annually. This targeting of support indicates a legislative intent to enhance educational access for children who might otherwise face significant barriers due to their circumstances. There is a provision for the Department of Human Services to approve placements in private schools, ensuring that such decisions are made with the child's welfare in mind. Additionally, the bill facilitates a method for awarding these scholarships through a lottery selection process, thereby introducing a systematic method for managing limited resources.

Summary

House Bill 1113 seeks to amend Arkansas law concerning the Succeed Scholarship Program, specifically targeting students in foster care. The bill aims to provide an avenue for these children to receive scholarships for enrolling in private schools, ensuring that educational opportunities are more accessible to vulnerable populations. The amendments propose a structured approach for awarding scholarships and emphasize the importance of placements in private educational settings that serve the best interest of the child.

Contention

During discussions about this bill, notable points of contention may arise regarding the fairness and efficacy of using a lottery system for scholarship distribution, especially when the demand exceeds availability. Critics may argue that this approach could lead to uncertainty and inequity in securing educational placements for these students. Furthermore, there may be concerns regarding the adequacy of funding for these scholarships and whether they will meet the varying needs of students, particularly those with disabilities or specific educational requirements.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SB51

An Act For The University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences Appropriation For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year.

AR HCR1002

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR HR1004

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR SR23

To Recognize The Arkansas Committee Of The National Museum Of Women In The Arts For Thirty-five Years Of Creative Contributions To The Citizens Of Arkansas And Continuous Support Of Women Artists In Arkansas.

AR SB80

To Amend The Revenue Stabilization Law; To Create Funds, To Repeal Funds, And To Make Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR HB1097

To Amend The Revenue Stabilization Law; To Create Funds, To Repeal Funds, And To Make Transfers To And From Funds And Fund Accounts; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SB79

To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; To Provide For The Regulation Of Digital Asset Mining Businesses; And To Declare An Emergency.

AR SCR1

To Amend The Joint Rules Of The House Of Representatives And The Senate Of The Ninety-fourth General Assembly Of The State Of Arkansas.

AR SR16

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Amend The Requirements For A Digital Asset Mining Business Or Business Using A Blockchain Network.

AR HR1015

To Authorize The Introduction Of A Nonappropriation Bill To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023 And To Amend The Requirements For A Digital Asset Mining Business Or Business Using A Blockchain Network.

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