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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT amending title 15, chapter 1, article 8, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 15-186.02; amending section 15-843, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to the suspension and expulsion of pupils.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona law regarding student discipline and absenteeism, primarily by prohibiting charter schools from suspending students for unexcused absences and by clarifying that student disciplinary actions, including suspensions and expulsions, cannot be based solely on absenteeism for public school districts. It also makes technical changes, such as replacing the term "pupil" with "student" throughout the relevant statutes, and clarifies existing provisions related to disciplinary proceedings, including the definition of "aggravating circumstances" that may lead to suspension or expulsion for younger students in kindergarten through fourth grade, ensuring that such actions are not solely due to attendance issues and that alternative interventions are considered.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (12)
Stephanie Simacek (D)*,
Anna Abeytia (D),
Cesar Aguilar (D),
Janeen Connolly (D),
Patty Contreras (D),
Brian Garcia (D),
Nancy Gutierrez (D),
Mariana Sandoval (D),
Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D),
Stacey Travers (D),
Kevin Volk (D),
Justin Wilmeth (R),
Last Action
House read second time (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85086 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/hb2947p.htm |
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