Bill
SD 1706
Overview: SD 1706, An Act relative to student assessment data, House concurred, Introduced: February 27, 2025Purpose and Intent: This legislation aims to reform the state's student
Overview: SD 1706, An Act relative to student assessment data, House concurred, Introduced: February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This legislation aims to reform the state's student assessment system by increasing transparency, improving data privacy protections, and empowering parents and educators to make more informed decisions about student learning and academic progress.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state Department of Education to publicly release detailed, disaggregated student assessment data on an annual basis
- Mandates the development of a comprehensive data privacy and security plan to safeguard student information
- Grants parents the right to opt their children out of standardized testing without penalty
- Establishes a statewide advisory council to provide recommendations on assessment policies and practices
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Students and their families will have greater access to their own assessment data and more control over participation in testing
- Educators will be able to utilize assessment results to tailor instruction and interventions to individual student needs
- Policymakers and the general public will benefit from increased transparency around student academic performance
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has passed both the state Senate and House and is awaiting the governor's signature. If signed into law, the new assessment data reporting and privacy requirements would take effect starting in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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