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H 660

An Act concerning equitable state summative assessments of students

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Pease

H 660 - An Act concerning equitable state summative assessments of students OverviewBill Number: H 660 Title: An Act concerning equitable state summative assessments of studentsSt

Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
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H 660 - An Act concerning equitable state summative assessments of students

Overview

Bill Number: H 660
Title: An Act concerning equitable state summative assessments of students
Status: Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to address longstanding concerns about the equity and fairness of the state's standardized testing program for K-12 students. Proponents argue that the current assessment system disproportionately disadvantages students from low-income backgrounds, racial/ethnic minorities, and those with disabilities or limited English proficiency. The bill aims to reform the state's summative assessment policies and practices to ensure more equitable outcomes and opportunities for all students.

Key Provisions

  • Requires the state Department of Education to convene a diverse task force to review the current assessment system and make recommendations for improvements
  • Mandates the use of multiple measures of student learning and growth, not just standardized test scores, in evaluating school and student performance
  • Prohibits the use of summative assessment results as the sole or primary factor in high-stakes decisions like grade retention, course placement, or graduation
  • Directs the state to provide accommodations, supports, and alternative assessment options for students with special needs or limited English proficiency
  • Calls for increased transparency around assessment data, including disaggregation by student subgroups

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would impact all K-12 students in the state's public school system, as well as their families, teachers, and school administrators. The proposed changes are intended to create a more equitable and inclusive assessment system that better supports the diverse learning needs of all students, particularly those from historically underserved populations.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

H 660 was introduced in the state legislature on February 27, 2025 and is currently scheduled for a public hearing on November 12, 2025. If passed, the bill would require the Department of Education to convene the task force and begin implementing reforms to the state's summative assessment policies and practices within one year of the bill's effective date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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