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SD HB1152
Bill
Status
1/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lana Greenfield
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AI Summary
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Requires the South Dakota Secretary of Education to apply to the U.S. Department of Education for authority to establish an innovative assessment system under 20 U.S.C. § 6364
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Upon federal approval, the secretary must develop and implement a new assessment model in consultation with school administrators, teachers, parents, and education experts
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The assessment system must accurately measure student growth in reading and mathematics
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Literacy assessments must align with evidence-based practices founded on the science of reading
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Mathematics assessments must reinforce mastery of foundational math skills and comply with state requirements under § 13-3-55
Legislative Description
Require that the secretary of the Department of Education apply to the United States Department of Education for the authority to develop and implement an innovative assessment system.
Education
Last Action
Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor H.J. 163
1/28/2026