SUMMARY:  LC 33 5915    LC 33 5997S

This bill amends the current requirements for eligibility for the special needs voucher.  

• Requirement for parent to be a Georgia resident for at least one year would not apply if the student is a lawful refugee as defined by Title I of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act
• A new category of eligible students would be added -- students who are limited English proficient as defined in 20 U.S.C Section 7801 and is a lawful refugee as defined by Title I of the federal Immigration and Nationality Act
• Parent must provide to the Department of Education the student's valid I-94 documentation designating refugee status and proof the student lives in the school district 

EFFECTIVE DATE:  July 1, 2015