county education programs; posting; authorization
HB 2701 authorizes Arizona public school teachers and administrators to display or read specific patriotic materials in school buildings, including the national motto, pledge of allegiance, Declaration of Independence, founding documents, and state motto. It additionally permits county jail education programs and certain "accommodation schools" (like those in county jails) to display the Ten Commandments and patriotic poetry/songs, while excluding schools established under Section 15-465. The bill does not require schools to display these materials but provides legal permission for those who choose to do so. It applies directly to K-12 schools and county jail education programs within Arizona.
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introduced
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 29, 2025
Last action Jan 30, 2025
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