The bill SB1303 amends the Arizona Revised Statutes to require the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) to make its program for awarding honors endorsements available specifically to students enrolled in school districts or charter schools. This change ensures that only these students, and not those from private schools, can receive honors endorsements affixed to their high school diplomas. The bill also includes technical changes to the language regarding the governance and administration of the institutions under ABOR's control.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the honors endorsement program is voluntary and must be accessible to qualifying high school pupils in school districts or charter schools. This amendment aims to enhance educational opportunities for students in public education settings while maintaining the integrity of the honors endorsement program. There is no anticipated fiscal impact on the state General Fund associated with this legislation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-1626
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-1626