As passed on 3/23//2026: - Requires a computer science course, which can include computer science ethics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, to be a high school graduation requirement starting in the 2031-2032 school year. - Allows certain computer science courses to substitute for units of credit in other subject areas as per the State Board of Education's criteria. - Mandates local school systems to provide computer science courses progressively starting from the 2022-2023 school year until full implementation in high schools by 2024-2025. - Establishes grant programs for professional development for teachers in computer science education. - Allows school systems to facilitate access for students to participate in patriotic society youth organizations during school hours.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Mar 23, 2026 | — | House Agreed Senate Amend or Sub |
Mar 9, 2026 | — | Senate Agreed House Amend or Sub As Amended |
Apr 4, 2025 | — | House Passed/Adopted By Substitute |
Apr 4, 2025 | — | House Third Readers |
Apr 2, 2025 | — | House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (Education) |
Apr 1, 2025 | H | Hearing Scheduled - Education |
Mar 11, 2025 | — | House Second Readers |
Mar 10, 2025 | — | House First Readers (Education) |
| Last Action | Mar 23, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Updated | Mar 25, 2026 |