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Arkansas House Bill HB1482

Arkansas 2025 Regular Session

Arkansas House Bill HB1482

Introduced
2/13/25  
Refer
2/13/25  

Caption

To Create An Exception To The School Attendance Requirements For A Student Who Takes A Ged Test And Receives A Ged.

Impact

Should HB1482 pass, it would significantly affect the requirements outlined in Arkansas Code § 6-18-201 regarding school enrollment and attendance. The proposed changes would permit students who successfully complete a GED to no longer be subjected to compulsory school attendance laws. This could encourage more students to consider alternative paths to education, thereby potentially reducing dropout rates and promoting further educational attainment among those who may find high school challenging.

Summary

House Bill 1482 aims to amend Arkansas education laws concerning attendance requirements for students pursuing a General Educational Development (GED) test. The bill specifically creates an exception for students who take the GED test and subsequently receive their GED. This legislative action is intended to provide greater flexibility for students who may be struggling with traditional school attendance or who wish to pursue their educational goals in a non-traditional manner.

Contention

While the bill appears to have clear benefits in terms of offering flexibility, there may be points of contention surrounding its implications. Supporters argue that this change is necessary to accommodate the diverse needs of students today, particularly those who may not thrive in a traditional school environment. However, opponents may raise concerns about the potential impact on student engagement with secondary education and whether this exemption properly prepares young people for the workforce or higher education.

Additional_points

The legislation also outlines new requirements for students wishing to take the GED test, ensuring that appropriate measures are in place to verify their eligibility and preparedness. These specifications are aimed at maintaining education standards, even as the law allows for deviations from traditional attendance mandates.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR SB477

To Create A Means By Which Students Who Qualify For Reduced-price Meals At School Receive Free Meals At School.

AR SB308

To Create A Means By Which Students Who Qualify For Reduced-price Meals At School Receive Free Meals At School.

AR HB1533

To Exclude Certain Students From Inclusion In A School's Drop Out Rate For Purposes Of A School Performance Report.

AR HB1587

To Require Home Schools That Receive Any Form Of Public Funds To Administer An Annual Student Assessment.

AR HB1204

To Require Private Schools To Administer An Annual Statewide Student Assessment; And To Require Private Schools To Admit Each Student Who Applies For Admission And Intends To Cover Private School Costs With State Funding.

AR HB1689

To Amend The Public School Funding Act Of 2003; And To Create The Comprehensive Investment In Student Achievement Act.

AR HB1161

To Create The Support For Pregnant And Parenting Students Act.

AR HB1030

Concerning Age And Residency Requirements For Attending Public Schools; And To Expand The Number Of Individuals For Whom Public Schools Shall Be Open And Free.

AR HB1113

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

AR HB1540

To Allow A Public School To Administer A Grade-level Placement Test To A Student Who Is Reentering The Public School For Purposes Of Determining The Grade Level Appropriate For The Student.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.