HB 1171: Standard Diploma; Board of Education shall develop alternative graduation pathways to earn.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Board of Education; development of alternative graduation pathways to earn a Standard Diploma; report. Directs the Board of Education to develop alternative graduation pathways to earn a Standard Diploma that are designed to expand opportunities for students to complete the verified credit requirements for the Standard Diploma that do not require achieving a passing score on applicable Standards of Learning assessments. In developing such alternative graduation pathways, the bill directs the Board to (i) consult with and integrate the perspectives of a broad range of relevant stakeholders; (ii) consider alignment with the competencies articulated in the Profile of a Virginia Graduate; (iii) consider certain elements for incorporation into such alternative pathways, including nonassessment demonstrations of competence, alternative assessments that could be used in lieu of or alongside Standards of Learning assessments, and pathway structures or elements designed to encourage hands-on learning and civic engagement; (iv) ensure that any such alternative graduation pathways do not impact or replace the current requirements for earning a Standard Diploma or an Advanced Studies Diploma; (v) ensure at least one alternative pathway is developed that includes a nonassessment demonstration of competence; and (vi) consider next steps for approval and implementation of such alternative graduation pathways. Finally, the bill directs the Board to submit to the Governor and Chairs of the House Committee on Education and the Senate Committee on Education and Health by January 1, 2027, a report detailing the Board's progress in developing alternative graduation pathways to earn a Standard Diploma, in accordance with the provisions of the bill.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 5, 2026Senate subcommittee offered
2. March 5, 2026Continued to next session in Education and Health (15-Y 0-N)
3. February 26, 2026Assigned Education sub: Public Education
4. February 10, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1171)
5. February 5, 2026Referred to Committee on Education and Health
6. February 5, 2026Constitutional reading dispensed (on 1st reading)
7. February 4, 2026Read third time and passed House (87-Y 11-N 0-A)
8. February 3, 2026Engrossed by House - floor substitute
9. February 3, 2026Delegate Rasoul Floor substitute agreed to
10. February 3, 2026committee amendments rejected
11. February 3, 2026Read second time
12. February 3, 2026Floor offered Delegate Rasoul Substitute

Showing 12 most recent of 21 actions. Full history