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This bill establishes a process for reviewing and potentially terminating the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) program. It mandates that the Joint Legislative Audit Committee will oversee a program review conducted by legislative committees of reference, which are established groups responsible for overseeing specific state departments. This review, to be completed at least seventeen months before the program's scheduled termination date of July 1, 2034, will assess the program's necessity, its effectiveness in achieving its original goals, and whether it's managed economically and efficiently. The Auditor General will also conduct a performance audit to identify any inefficiencies or issues. The findings from both the review and the audit will be presented to lawmakers and the Governor, who will then hold public hearings to gather input before deciding whether to continue or terminate the ESA program. The bill also defines "program review" as a systematic evaluation to determine if the program's merits justify its continuation.

Education

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84784