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IN SB0331
Bill
Status
1/8/2015
Primary Sponsor
Philip Boots
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AI Summary
SB 331 Summary
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After June 30, 2016, public schools may not require students to take qualified standardized tests, defined as third-party tests not part of the curriculum.
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Removes the mandatory requirement for schools to administer college and career readiness exams, though students may still voluntarily take such exams to qualify for state scholarships if they received a graduation waiver.
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Exempts specific assessments from the standardized test prohibition, including ISTEP, diagnostic tests, special education assessments, gifted student identification tests, and graduation eligibility exams.
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Requires the state board of education to submit a report to the legislative council by November 1, 2015, detailing standardized tests used, costs to schools, time spent administering tests, and recommendations to minimize standardized testing.
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Effective July 1, 2015, with an emergency declaration for immediate enactment.
Legislative Description
Student testing. Provides that after June 30, 2016, a public school may not require a student to take a qualified standardized test. Removes the requirement that a school is required to administer a college and career readiness exam to identify students who may require remedial work at a postsecondary educational institution or workforce training program. Requires the state board of education to provide a report to the general assembly that includes recommendations as to how to reduce the number of standardized assessments administered to students.
Last Action
First Reading: referred to Committee on Education & Career Development
1/8/2015