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A 7390

Relates to college admission and financial aid for students who have received a high school diploma from certain online high school programs

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Alicia Hyndman and 1 co-sponsor

Bill A 7390 ensures students from approved online high schools have equal college admission and financial aid access, enhancing their educational opportunities.

SUBSTITUTED BY S6705
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Bill Summary · A 7390

Summary of Bill A 7390

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: A 7390
  • Title: Relates to college admission and financial aid for students who have received a high school diploma from certain online high school programs
  • Status: Substituted by S 6705
  • Introduced: March 25, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill A 7390 aims to address the college admission and financial aid eligibility of students who have graduated from specific online high school programs. The intent is to ensure that these students are not disadvantaged in their pursuit of higher education due to the nature of their high school diploma.

Key Provisions

  • Eligibility for College Admission: The bill proposes that students who have received their high school diploma from approved online high school programs should be considered for college admission on equal footing with those from traditional high schools.

  • Financial Aid Access: It seeks to expand access to financial aid for these students, ensuring they can receive the necessary support to pursue post-secondary education.

  • Approval of Online Programs: The bill may include criteria for which online high school programs qualify for these provisions, although specific details on the criteria are not provided in the summary.

Affected Parties

  • Students: Primarily, the bill impacts students who have graduated from online high school programs, providing them with greater opportunities for college admission and financial assistance.

  • Colleges and Universities: Higher education institutions will need to adapt their admission processes to accommodate the provisions of this bill.

  • Online High School Programs: These programs will be recognized officially, potentially increasing their enrollment and legitimacy.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 25, 2025: Bill A 7390 was introduced and referred to the Higher Education Committee.
  • March 31, 2025: The bill was amended and recommitted to the Higher Education Committee.
  • June 16, 2025: The bill's reference was changed to the Ways and Means Committee.
  • June 17, 2025: The bill was reported, referred to rules, and ordered to third reading before being substituted by S 6705.

Related Bills

  • S 6705: This is the companion bill that has substituted A 7390, indicating that the provisions of A 7390 may continue under this new bill.

Conclusion

Bill A 7390 represents a significant step towards inclusivity in higher education for students from online high school programs. By addressing college admission and financial aid, it aims to level the playing field for these students, ensuring they have equal opportunities to pursue their educational goals. The substitution by S 6705 suggests ongoing legislative efforts to refine and advance these provisions.

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

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