HB 5927 Summary

• Restructures mathematics graduation requirements to require 1 credit in algebra I and 1 credit in geometry, with 2 additional flexible credits that can be fulfilled through courses like trigonometry, statistics, precalculus, calculus, or career/technical education programs.

• Expands visual and performing arts options from a single requirement to 30+ specific course choices including music, theater, art, graphic design, computer graphics, and culinary studies.

• Adds a new "future skills" requirement of 2 credits beginning in 2028-2029 school year, including a mandatory 1/2 credit personal finance course plus 1.5 flexible credits from approved courses or programs.

• Increases science requirements from 3 to 4 credits for students entering high school in 2028-2029 or later, with mandatory biology plus one science course, and allows fulfillment through computer science or career/technical education.

• Requires the Department of Education to develop and provide model instructional programs for all merit curriculum courses by June 30, 2027, though schools are not required to adopt them.