AK HB90

Each Alaska school district must establish a department-approved financial literacy education program for students in grades 9-12, with instruction equivalent to a one-half credit hour course

Completion of the financial literacy program is required for high school graduation, with an exception for students who transfer into the district after completing grade 10

Required curriculum topics include budgeting, money management, credit scores, debt management, loan applications, insurance, federal income taxes, fraud avoidance, contracts, savings and investments, retirement accounts, and postsecondary financial aid

Program must include instruction on financial implications of Alaska Native corporation membership (dividends and shares) if open educational resources on this topic are available

Takes effect July 1, 2026, applying to students graduating on or after January 1, 2027