HB 3021: Schools; curriculum requirements for graduation; diploma pathway; State Department of Education; notice; seminar; English requirements financial literacy; alternate diploma; course availability; waiver; coursework; repealers; effective date; emergency.
HB 3021 status: To Governor — Approved by Governor 05/19/2026 (updated May 14, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill is about changing how high school students graduate. If it passes, it would: * **Offer different ways to earn a diploma:** It creates more flexible paths to graduation based on a student’s goals. * **Update class requirements:** It adds new rules for subjects like English and financial literacy (learning how ...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no material environmental impact identified
Risks
- no material environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- improved workforce readiness via financial literacy
- flexible pathways support varied career goals
Risks
- potential administrative costs for curriculum updates
Society
Benefits
- expanded educational choice for students
- enhanced parental notification and engagement
Risks
- potential resource strain on smaller school districts to provide new courses
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Where it stands
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CurrentApproved by Governor 05/19/2026
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