Bill > S06705

This bill aims to ensure that students who graduate from certain online high school programs within the United States are eligible for college admission and financial aid. Specifically, the bill modifies existing education law to recognize high school diplomas from online programs that are accredited according to the Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook. The bill requires community colleges and other educational institutions to develop admission policies that accommodate students from these online high schools, provided the program meets specific criteria such as having over 10,000 national students per year and being located within the United States. By adding these provisions to the education law, the bill expands educational opportunities for students who complete online high school programs, ensuring they have the same access to higher education and financial assistance as students from traditional high schools. The changes will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law, with immediate authorization for developing necessary implementing regulations.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6705