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HF2469 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Nationally recognized college entrance exam administration allowed.

Related bill: SF2067

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to modify the educational assessment process in Minnesota to include the administration of a nationally recognized college entrance exam for high school students. This is aimed at better preparing students for post-secondary education.

Main Provisions

  • Testing Process: The commissioner of education is tasked with determining the order and timing for administering exams. This includes the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments for grades 3 through 8.

  • College Entrance Exam: High schools will now administer a nationally recognized college entrance exam, such as the SAT or ACT, typically to students in grades 11 or 12.

  • Testing Schedule: The commissioner must establish and publish the schedule for these exams at least two years in advance to allow adequate preparation time for schools.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Inclusion of College Exams: The bill adds the requirement for high schools to administer a college entrance exam, integrated into the state’s assessment process. Previously, only the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments were standardized across schools.

Relevant Terms

  • College Entrance Exam
  • Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments
  • High School Testing
  • Education Policy
  • Grades 11 and 12

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 16, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Policy
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
April 20, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
April 20, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
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