Bill > HB1756

This bill amends Arkansas law to modify the community service requirement for high school graduation, specifically for students in the graduating class of 2026-2027 and beyond. Currently, students must complete 75 clock hours of documented community service between grades 9-12. The key change allows parents, legal guardians, or persons standing in loco parentis (acting in the place of a parent) to document and maintain these community service hours, instead of requiring certification solely from the service agency. The bill mandates that these individuals must provide an attestation confirming the student's completed service hours. Additionally, the Department of Education retains the right to audit the documented hours to ensure proper documentation and accuracy. The term "in loco parentis" legally refers to someone who assumes parental responsibilities for a child without formally adopting them, such as a grandparent, stepparent, or other caregiver. This change provides more flexibility for families in tracking and verifying their children's community service requirements for high school graduation.

Education

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1756&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R