Adds to existing law to provide for the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program and the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program Grant Fund.
EDUCATION -- Adds to existing law to provide for the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program and the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program Grant Fund.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
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This legislation establishes a pilot program for the creation of an accredited high school diploma for those aged twenty-one and older. This pay for performance program will be administered by the Idaho State Board of Education. The performance-based model allows providers to offer outcome-based instruction and curriculum including employability skills, career pathways, and certifications intended to prepare adult learners for employment. These tier 1 regionally accredited diplomas will be recognized by higher education institutions and the U.S. Military.
FISCAL NOTE
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This legislation is subject to a one-time $1.5 million appropriation by the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee for the implementation and administration of the program.
HOW THEY VOTED
Senate Third Reading
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YEA (14)
NAY (21)
LATEST ACTION
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BILL INFO
- Session
- 2025
- Chamber
- senate
- Status date
- Feb 10, 2025
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