HB 2523
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ARIZONA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fifty-sixth Legislature
First Regular Session
HB 2523: schools; pledge of allegiance; requirement
Sponsor: Representative Parker B, LD 10
Committee on Education
Overview
Requires students in kindergarten programs and the 1st-12th grades to recite the Pledge of
Allegiance during the time set aside by the school district or charter school.
History
A school district or charter school must acquire United States flags that are manufactured in the
United States and that are at least two feet by three feet. These flags must be displayed in
accordance with federal law in each classroom and outside school buildings during school hours
and as directed by school authorities.
In addition to the display of the United States flag, a school district or charter school is required
to set aside a specific time each day for students who wish to recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
Statute also mandates that, for kindergarten programs and the 1st-12th grades, between one to
two minutes be set aside at the beginning of each school day for students to engage in a moment
of silence (A.R.S. § 15-506).
Provisions
1. Specifies school districts and charter schools must set aside a specific time each day for
students in kindergarten programs and the 1st-12th grades who wish to recite the Pledge of
Allegiance. (Sec. 1)
2. Mandates each student recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the time set aside. (Sec. 1)
3. Exempts a student from having to recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the request of:
a) the student's parent; or
b) the student if the student is at least 18 years old. (Sec. 1)
☐ Prop 105 (45 votes) ☐ Prop 108 (40 votes) ☐ Emergency (40 votes) ☐ Fiscal Note