The proposed bill aims to amend the Arkansas Code regarding the school rating system by prohibiting schools from using or referencing public school ratings in any form of advertising, promotional materials, or communications directed to the public. This change is intended to ensure that schools do not leverage public ratings to influence public perception or enrollment decisions.

Specifically, the bill introduces a new subsection to Arkansas Code 6-15-2105, which defines "school" to include public school districts, open-enrollment public charter schools, and private schools. The new legal language clearly states that no school shall utilize the public school ratings published by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education in their promotional efforts, thereby reinforcing a standard of fairness and integrity in school communications.

Statutes affected:
HB 1710: 6-15-2105