Legislative determinations

The General Assembly recognizes that outstanding students are an essential ingredient for the economic and social benefit of the State of Arkansas. Benefits accrue to the state when a majority of National Merit Scholars, National Achievement Scholars, and superior students attend Arkansas institutions of higher education and remain in the state. Acts 1983 (Ex. Sess.), No. 59, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 80-5901; Acts 2001, No. 1761, § 1. The General Assembly recognizes that outstanding students are an essential ingredient for the economic and social benefit of the State of Arkansas. Benefits accrue to the state when a majority of National Merit Scholars, National Achievement Scholars, and superior students attend Arkansas institutions of higher education and remain in the state. Acts 1983 (Ex. Sess.), No. 59, § 1; A.S.A. 1947, § 80-5901; Acts 2001, No. 1761, § 1.