Bill > HB1833

This bill amends the enrollment and admissions process for the University of Arkansas College of Medicine by changing how freshman medical class positions are allocated. Previously, the board would distribute enrollment positions based on congressional district population percentages, with 70% of 150 positions initially allocated by district. The new bill mandates that 25 positions be specifically allocated to each congressional district, with a provision that if a district cannot fill all 25 positions with qualified applicants, the remaining spots will first be filled by other Arkansas residents and then by applicants most likely to complete the program and remain in Arkansas. An additional 25 positions will be allocated to Arkansas residents, with similar flexibility in filling those positions if not enough qualified in-state applicants are available. The bill removes previous complex criteria for out-of-state applicants with Arkansas ties and simplifies the process to prioritize Arkansas residents and those likely to serve the state's medical needs. Any remaining positions beyond the first 50 can be filled by applicants from anywhere, maintaining some flexibility in the admissions process while emphasizing local medical talent and retention.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1833&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R