SI 173 - DIGEST

     Directs the state to annually pay a scholarship voucher to every eligible person to be redeemed at any voucher-redeeming school.

     Designates the approved utilization of the scholarship vouchers.

     Requires the schools to administer tests reflecting historical national standards for the purpose of measuring individual academic achievements.

     Requires publication of test results.

     Specifies requirements for teachers.

     Provides for a survey and report of the location and number of unused classrooms which might be rented to a voucher-redeeming school.

     Establishes procedures to become a voucher-redeeming school.

     Establishes procedures and requirements for student school choice.

     Does not affect home-based education.