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Education committee backs 'Right to Play' bill to clarify sports participation for McKinney‑Vento students
EDUCATION COMMITTEE - SENATE · April 5, 2023
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Summary
Sen. Missy Irvin presented House Bill 17 33, the Arkansas Right to Play Act, saying it clarifies McKinney‑Vento students' eligibility to participate in school athletics and incorporates language to allow some club soccer participation; the committee approved the bill by voice vote.
Senator Missy Irvin (District 24) presented House Bill 17 33, the Arkansas Right to Play Act, telling the committee the bill clarifies that students covered by the McKinney‑Vento federal law may participate in school sports and sets a clear statutory process for those…
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