The proposed bill would amend sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to academic assessments by making several updates to current law. Specifically, it would change the language regarding the governance and administration of institutions under the board's control, allowing the board to "administer" rather than "govern" these institutions. Additionally, the bill would clarify that the board may rescind any delegation of authority at any time, in whole or in part. It would also allow students to satisfy graduation requirements through comparable exit-level assessments from other states and expand the types of examinations considered for awarding postsecondary academic credits.

Furthermore, the bill would enhance the requirements for individuals providing tutoring or teaching services, ensuring they are not subject to disciplinary action by the state board of education. It would also update the notification process for parents regarding the renewal of Arizona empowerment scholarship accounts, specifying that notifications must be sent by certified mail, email, and telephone if applicable. Lastly, the bill would replace outdated terms and clarify the types of examinations related to college admissions, ensuring consistency in language throughout the statutes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-1626, 15-2402, 15-1625, 35-115, 15-701.01, 15-393, 15-1682.03, 15-1696, 15-1747