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OK HB2134

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/10/2016

Primary Sponsor

Gary Stanislawski

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Makes implementation of electronic/computer-based testing optional for Oklahoma School Testing Program assessments; if electronic delivery is implemented, districts must have the option to select printed tests instead

  • Requires the State Board of Education to administer end-of-instruction criterion-referenced tests in seven subjects: English II, English III, United States History, Biology I, Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II

  • Students must attain proficient scores on four end-of-instruction tests to graduate: Algebra I, English II, plus proficient scores in Biology I and United States History (or alternative qualifying tests in Algebra II, English III, or Geometry)

  • Directs the State Board of Education to study and report recommendations by December 1, 2016 on implementing a multi-measures approach to high school graduation and improving testing efficiency for grades 3-8

  • Declares an emergency clause making the act effective immediately upon passage, with general provisions taking effect July 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Schools; curricular standards for instruction of public school students; School Testing Program; requirements.

Education - Common

Last Action

Conference granted, GCCA

5/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/4/2016
Education3/21/2016
Common Education2/8/2016
Rules2/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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