The bill amends Arkansas Code 6-18-201(e)(1) to allow public school districts to utilize state funds for adult education programs with which they contract. Specifically, it clarifies that public school districts can continue to provide educational services to sixteen and seventeen-year-olds through these programs, provided that a contract is established. The new legal language emphasizes that financial considerations for serving students must be included in the contract, and it explicitly states that public school districts may use available state funds, including state foundation funding aid, to support these adult education programs.

Additionally, the bill outlines that accountability measures must be implemented to monitor student progress and attendance in these programs. This legislative change aims to enhance the educational opportunities available to older students within public school districts by facilitating the use of state resources for adult education initiatives.

Statutes affected:
HB 1483: 6-18-201(e)