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NE LB1112
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Terrell McKinney
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AI Summary
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Requires the State Department of Education to establish a statewide grading system by December 31, 2026, with mandatory implementation by all public, private, parochial, and denominational schools beginning in the 2027-2028 school year
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Applies to all credit-bearing coursework in grades 3-12, requiring a standard grading scale, consistent rules for grade calculation, numerical rounding, treatment of late assignments, and uniform weighting for advanced courses
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Mandates that school districts measure academic performance identically for resident students and enrollment option students, addressing inequities when students transfer between districts or apply for scholarships
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Requires districts to publish the grading scale in student handbooks, course catalogs, and websites, and to report grades to the state in a standardized format for public reporting
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Directs the Department of Education to provide training and technical assistance to schools and submit annual compliance reports to the Legislature's Education Committee
Legislative Description
Adopt the Statewide Standardized Grading System Act
Last Action
McKinney AM1944 filed
2/6/2026