2017 House Bill 4316

Eliminate foreign language from graduation standards

Introduced in the House

March 7, 2017

Introduced by Rep. Curtis VanderWall (R-101)

To allow a student to get a high school diploma without meeting the current two-credit language requirement by instead taking a computer class or one in “visual or performing arts (with all these in a new category dubbed “21st century skills” by the bill's sponsors).

Referred to the Committee on Workforce and Talent Development

March 28, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 30, 2017

Passed in the House 69 to 39 (details)

Received in the Senate

April 18, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Education