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GA SB426
GA SB426Education; high school students seeking a high school diploma to achieve a minimum score of 70 percent on the United States Citizenship Civics Test; require
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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 1 of Chapter 1 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions relative to education, so as to require high school students seeking a high school diploma and individuals seeking a state approved high school equivalency (HSE) diploma to achieve a minimum score of 70 percent on the United States Citizenship Civics Test for the purpose of being eligible to receive a high school diploma or a state approved high school equivalency (HSE) diploma; to provide for multiple attempts; to provide for certification of scores; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill requires that, starting July 1, 2027, high school students in Georgia must score at least 70 percent on the United States Citizenship Civics Test, which is produced by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, in order to graduate with a high school diploma. Additionally, individuals seeking a state-approved high school equivalency (HSE) diploma, which is a credential that signifies a level of academic achievement equivalent to a high school diploma, will also need to pass this test with a minimum score of 70 percent. The bill allows for multiple attempts to pass the test and mandates that schools and HSE programs establish a system to certify that students have met this new requirement.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (8)
John Albers (R)*,
Max Burns (R)*,
Jason T. Dickerson (R)*,
Clint Dixon (R)*,
Marty Harbin (R)*,
Billy Hickman (R)*,
Ed Setzler (R)*,
Carden Summers (R)*,
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72470 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240438 |
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