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PA HB381

In preliminary provisions, providing for Keystone Exam alternative feasibility study.


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Introduced
01/28/2025
In Committee
01/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in preliminary provisions, providing for Keystone Exam alternative feasibility study.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Pennsylvania Secretary of Education to commission an independent study exploring whether the ACT and SAT standardized tests could replace the current Keystone Exams in literature, algebra I, and biology for high school students. The comprehensive study must evaluate multiple aspects of potential test substitution, including alignment with state academic standards, comparability of student achievement data, testing accommodations for students with disabilities and English learners, ability to differentiate school performance, and compliance with federal assessment review criteria. Within one year of the bill's enactment, the secretary must submit a detailed report with study findings and recommendations to the Governor and key legislative education committee leaders. The bill defines key terms such as ACT (a college readiness test administered by ACT), SAT (a college readiness test administered by the College Board), and Keystone Exam (a state-developed assessment), and mandates that the study be consistent with federal educational requirements. The legislation is designed to explore potential alternatives to the current state testing system while ensuring rigorous evaluation of any proposed changes.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Referred to EDUCATION (on 01/28/2025)

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