This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding the administration of statewide assessments in Arizona. Under the existing law, a school district or charter school may administer the statewide assessment in written form only under specific circumstances, such as for students with Individualized Education Programs or for religious purposes. The bill seeks to expand these provisions by allowing a school district or charter school to administer the assessment in written form if approved by a majority vote of the governing board or governing body, thereby adding a new reason for administering the assessment.

Additionally, the bill includes technical and conforming changes to ensure clarity and consistency within the statute. The current language that restricts the administration of written tests to specific conditions will be updated to include the new provision, while the overall structure of the law remains intact. The changes will take effect on the general effective date if the bill is enacted.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-741
House Engrossed Version: 15-741