The bill amends eligibility requirements for homeschooled students and students transferring schools to participate in interscholastic and extracurricular activities, particularly athletic activities, at public and private schools in Arkansas. Key changes include allowing homeschooled students to participate in athletic activities at a public school other than their resident school immediately upon approval, provided they are approved by June 1 of the school year for which they will be enrolled in grades seven through ten. If not approved by this date, they will be ineligible for up to 365 days. Similar provisions apply to students transferring to nonpublic schools, who must also be enrolled by June 1 to be eligible for athletic activities.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section regarding the transfer of students to nonpublic schools, stipulating that they must complete a Changing Schools/Athletic Participation form to determine eligibility. This form must be signed by relevant school officials and the student's guardian, ensuring that the transfer is not solely for athletic purposes. The bill also declares an emergency, emphasizing the need for timely planning and budgeting for schools in light of student transfers. The changes are intended to streamline the process and provide clarity for students and schools regarding participation in extracurricular activities.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1633 Original - 2-28-2025 10:02 AM: 6-15-509(c), 6-15-509(h), 6-15-510(e), 6-18-227(m), 6-18-1904(f)
Old version HB1633 V2 - 3-10-2025 10:44 AM: 6-15-509(c), 6-15-509(h), 6-15-510(e), 6-18-227(m), 6-18-1904(f)
Old version HB1633 V3 - 3-17-2025 10:17 AM: 6-15-509(c), 6-15-509(h), 6-15-510(e), 6-18-227(m), 6-18-1904(f)
HB 1633: 6-15-509(c), 6-15-509(h), 6-15-510(e), 6-18-227(m), 6-18-1904(f)
Act 475: 6-15-509(c), 6-15-509(h), 6-15-510(e), 6-18-227(m), 6-18-1904(f)