Arkansas § 6-16-142 - American Sign Language as modern language or foreign language — Definition.
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§ 6-16-142. American Sign Language as modern language or foreign language — Definition.
As used in this section, “American Sign Language” means the visual natural language recognized globally that is linguistically complete with unique rules for language structure and use, including without limitation phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and discourse. American Sign Language may be taught in the public schools of the state as a modern language or foreign language. An American Sign Language course shall: Adhere to standards of rigor and proficiency consistent with content standards and curriculum frameworks for foreign language courses developed by the State Board of Education; and Receive academic credit equal to other foreign language courses. The state board shall promulgate rules for the licensure and curriculum requirements necessary to implement this section.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 6-16-142 ("American Sign Language as modern language or foreign language — Definition.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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