The bill amends Arkansas Code 6-18-201 to create an exception to school attendance requirements for students who take and pass the GED test. Specifically, it states that a child who has received a GED or a high school diploma is not subject to the attendance requirement. This change aims to provide flexibility for students pursuing alternative education paths.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for students aged sixteen and above who wish to take the GED test while enrolled in various types of schools, including public, private, parochial, or home schools. Notably, public school students will no longer need to obtain permission from school officials to take the test, which streamlines the process. The bill also specifies that students from private or parochial schools must provide verification of enrollment, while home-schooled students must submit a notarized notice of intent to home school. All students must achieve the minimum official GED practice test scores to qualify for the GED test.

Statutes affected:
HB 1482: 6-18-201(a)