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OR SJR201

OR SJR201
Proposing amendment to Oregon Constitution relating to educational choice.


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Introduced
02/01/2022
In Committee
02/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/04/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution to establish right of parent to choose school that parent's child attends. Proposes amendment to Oregon Constitution to establish right of parent to choose school that parent's child attends. Requires establishment of school choice accounts for parents who choose nonpublic education. Allows parents who choose nonpublic education to pay for expenses incurred in relation to education of child with moneys from school choice account. Refers proposed amendment to people for their approval or rejection at next regular general election.

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Oregon Constitution to establish a parental right to choose their child's school, including public schools outside of their assigned attendance zone, and to opt for nonpublic education such as private schools or homeschooling. For parents choosing nonpublic education, the state would establish "school choice accounts" funded with a significant portion of the state's per-pupil funding, which parents can use for a wide range of educational expenses including tuition, tutoring, materials, and transportation. This proposed amendment, which aims to give parents more control and flexibility in their children's education, will be put to a vote of the people at the next general election.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 03/04/2022)

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