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LD 370

An Act To Raise The Minimum State Standard For Mathematics Education For A High School Diploma

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Barbara Bagshaw and 5 co-sponsors

Summary of LD 370: An Act To Raise The Minimum State Standard For Mathematics Education For A High School Diploma Purpose and IntentThis bill, LD 370, aims to increase the minimum

Became Law without Governor's Signature
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Bill Summary · LD 370

Summary of LD 370: An Act To Raise The Minimum State Standard For Mathematics Education For A High School Diploma

Purpose and Intent

This bill, LD 370, aims to increase the minimum mathematics education standards required for a student to earn a high school diploma in the state. The primary goal is to ensure students are graduating with a stronger foundation in mathematics, which is seen as critical for college readiness and future career success.

Key Provisions

The key provisions of LD 370 include:

  1. Raising Minimum Mathematics Credit Requirement: The bill would increase the minimum number of mathematics credits required for a high school diploma from 3 to 4. This additional credit would need to be earned in a math course beyond Algebra 2.

  2. Revised Mathematics Curriculum Standards: The state's mathematics curriculum standards would be updated to align with the new 4-credit requirement. These revised standards would emphasize more advanced concepts in areas like trigonometry, statistics, and calculus.

  3. Transition Period: The new mathematics requirements would be phased in over a 3-year period, applying first to students entering 9th grade in the 2026-2027 school year.

Affected Parties

The primary groups impacted by LD 370 would be:

  • High School Students: Current and future high school students would need to meet the higher mathematics standards to earn their diplomas.

  • High Schools and School Districts: Schools and districts would need to adjust their mathematics course offerings and curriculum to align with the new state requirements.

  • Colleges and Universities: The changes may impact college admissions and readiness expectations, as high school graduates would have a stronger mathematics foundation.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative Status: The bill was introduced on January 30, 2025 and is currently "HELD BY THE GOVERNOR", meaning the governor has not yet signed it into law.

  • Effective Date: If enacted, the new mathematics requirements would be phased in over 3 years, starting with students entering 9th grade in the 2026-2027 school year.

  • Implementation: The state's Department of Education would be responsible for updating the mathematics curriculum standards and providing guidance to school districts on implementing the new requirements.

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

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