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This bill establishes the adult workforce high school diploma program through the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia, designed to help adults between 21 and 40 years old who previously did not complete high school earn a high school diploma. The program will allow approved third-party providers to offer comprehensive educational services at no cost to eligible students, including academic skill assessments, transcript evaluations, remedial education, and opportunities to earn workforce credentials and employability skills certifications. Providers must be accredited by recognized educational organizations and maintain a graduation rate of at least 50 percent, with an average cost per graduate not exceeding $7,500. The state board will disburse funds to providers based on student milestones, such as completing high school credits, earning certifications, and ultimately obtaining a high school diploma, with specific funding amounts tied to each milestone. Providers must submit monthly reports detailing student progress and annual comprehensive reports, and the program will be reviewed annually, with a built-in sunset provision that will automatically repeal the program on July 1, 2031. The goal is to provide flexible, career-focused educational opportunities for adults seeking to complete their high school education and improve their workforce readiness.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70439