The proposed bill would amend current statutes related to the Arizona Teachers Academy by expanding the definition of "eligible postsecondary institution" to include any Arizona community college, rather than limiting it to those that offer postbaccalaureate programs leading to teacher certification and have agreements with the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR). This change is reflected in the deletion of the specific criteria for community colleges and the insertion of broader language that encompasses all community colleges in Arizona.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical and conforming changes throughout the existing statute. For instance, it modifies language regarding the teaching commitment for scholarship recipients, clarifies the use of scholarship funds, and updates the reporting requirements for the Arizona Board of Regents. These updates aim to streamline the administration of the Arizona Teachers Academy and ensure that it can effectively recruit and retain a diverse group of students.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-1655
House Engrossed Version: 15-1655
Chaptered Version: 15-1655