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STATE OF OKLAHOMA
1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025)
HOUSE BILL 1304 By: Lowe (Dick)
AS INTRODUCED
An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021,
Section 11-103.6, as last amended by Section 1,
Chapter 384, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2024, Section
11-103.6), which relates to subject matter standards;
adding computer science and one year career tech
program to certain science courses; requiring one
unit of computer science curriculum for certain
students; allowing computer scienc e courses to be
used for fulfill certain other requirements;
requiring the State Department of Education to
promulgate rules on emerging computer science
technologies; providing an effective date; and
declaring an emergency.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:
SECTION 1. AMENDATORY 70 O.S. 2021, Section 11 -103.6, as
last amended by Section 1, Chapter 384, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp.
2024, Section 11-103.6), is amended to read as follows:
Section 11-103.6. A. 1. The State Board of Education shall
adopt subject matter standards for instruction of students in the
public schools of this state that are necessary to ensure there is
attainment of desired levels of competencies in a variety of areas
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to include language, mathematics, science, social studies,
communication, and health and physical education.
2. School districts shall develop and implement curriculum,
courses and instruction in order to ensure that students meet the
skills and competencies as se t forth in this section and in the
subject matter standards adopted by the Sta te Board of Education.
3. All students shall gain literacy at the elementary and
secondary levels. Students shall develop skills in reading,
writing, speaking, computing, and c ritical thinking. For purposes
of this section, critical thinking means a manner of analytical
thinking which is logical and uses linear factual analysis to reach
a conclusion. They shall learn about cultures and environments -
their own and those of oth ers with whom they share the earth. All
students shall receive the instructio n needed to lead healthy and
physically active lifestyles. Students, therefore, shall study
social studies, literature, languages, the arts, health,
mathematics, and science. S uch curricula shall provide for the
teaching of a hands-on career exploration program in cooperation
with technology center schools.
4. The subject matter standards shall be designed to teach the
competencies for which students shall be tested as provided in
Section 1210.508 of this title and shall be designed to prepare all
students for active citizenship, employment, and/or successful
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completion of postsecondary education without the need for remedial
coursework at the postsecondary level.
5. The subject matter standards shall be designed with rigor as
defined in paragraph 6 of subsection F H of this section.
6. The subject matter standards for English Language Arts shall
give Classic Literature and nonfiction literature equal
consideration to other lit erature. In addition, emphasis shall be
given to the study of complete works of literature.
7. At a minimum, the subject matter standards for mathematics
shall require mastery of the standard algorithms in mathematics,
which is the most logical, efficien t way of solving a problem that
consistently works, and for students to attain fluency in Euclidian
geometry.
8. The subject matter standards for history, social studies,
and United States Government shall include the content of the United
States naturalization test, with an emphasis on the specific content
of the test and the idea s and concepts it references. The United
States naturalization test shall be made available in physical and
electronic online formats as an optional assessment tool for
teachers.
9. The subject matter standards for United States Government
shall include an emphasis on civics. For the purposes of this
section, "civics" means the study of the rights and duties of
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Oklahoma and United States citizens and of how those governments
work.
10. The subject matter standards for health and physical
education shall include but not be limited to the domains of
physical, emotional, social, and intellectual health. Health
literacy shall include the ability to obtain, process, and
understand basic health information and services needed to make
appropriate health decisions. Health shall also include the
importance of proper nutrition and exercise, mental health and
wellness, substance abuse, coping skills for understanding and
managing trauma, establishing and maintaining positive
relationships, and responsible decision making. Physical literacy
shall include the ability to move with competence and confidence in
a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that
benefit the healthy development of the whole person.
B. Subject to the provisions of subsection C or subsection D of
this section, in order to graduate from a public high school
accredited by the State Board of Education with a standard diploma,
students enrolled in gra des eight through twelve in the 2024 -2025
school year shall complete the follo wing college preparatory/work
ready curriculum units or sets of competencies at the secondary
level:
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1. Four units or sets of competencies of English to include
Grammar, Composition, Literature, or any English course approved for
college admission requirements;
2. Three units or sets of competencies of mathematics, limited
to Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math Analysis,
Calculus, Advanced Placement Statistics, o r any mathematics course
with content and/or rigor above Algebra I and approve d for college
admission requirements;
3. Three units or sets of competencies of laboratory science
approved for college admission requirements including one unit or
set of competencies of life science meeting the standards for
Biology I; one unit or set of competencies of physical science
meeting the standards for Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics;
and one unit or set of competencies from the domains of physical
science, life science, or earth and space science such that the
content and rigor is abov e Biology I or Physical Science;
4. Three units or sets of competencies of history and
citizenship skills including one unit of American History, 1/2 unit
of Oklahoma History, 1 /2 unit of United States Government, and one
unit from the subjects of History, Government, Geography, Economics,
Civics, or non-Western culture and approved for college admission
requirements;
5. Two units or sets of competencies of the same world or non -
English language or two units of computer technology approved for
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college admission requirements, whether taught at a high school or a
technology center school including computer programming, hardware,
and business computer applications, such as word proc essing,
databases, spreadsheets, and graphics, excluding keyboarding or
typing courses;
6. One additional unit or set of competencies selected from
paragraphs 1 through 5 of this subsection or career and technology
education courses, concurrently enrolled courses, advanced placement
courses, or International Baccalaureate courses a pproved for college
admission requirements; and
7. One unit or set of competencies of fine arts, such as music,
art, or drama, or one unit or set of competencies of speech.
C. In lieu of the requirements of subsection B or subsection D
of this section which requires a college preparatory/work ready
curriculum, a student enrolled in grades eight through twelve in the
2024-2025 school year may enroll in the core curriculum as prov ided
in this subsection upon written approval of the parent or legal
guardian of the student. For students under the age of eighteen
(18) school districts shall require a parent or legal guardian of
the student to meet with a designee of the school prior to
enrollment in the core curriculum. The State Department of
Education shall develop and distribute to school districts a form
suitable for this purpose, which shall include information on the
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benefits to students of completing the college preparatory/wo rk
ready curriculum as provided for in subsection B of this section.
In order to graduate from a public high school accredited by the
State Board of Education with a standard diploma, students enrolled
in grades eight through twelve in the 2024 -2025 school year shall
complete the following core curriculum units or sets of competencies
at the secondary level:
1. Language Arts – 4 units or sets of competencies to consist
of 1 unit or set of competencies of grammar and composition, and 3
units or sets of comp etencies which may include, but are not limited
to, the following courses:
a. American Literature,
b. English Literature,
c. World Literature,
d. Advanced English Courses, or
e. other English courses with content and/or rigor equal
to or above grammar and composition;
2. Mathematics – 3 units or sets of competencies to consist of
1 unit or set of competencies of Algebra I or Algebra I taught in a
contextual methodology, and 2 units or sets of competencies which
may include, but are not limited to, the foll owing courses:
a. Algebra II,
b. Geometry or Geometry taught in a contextual
methodology,
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c. Trigonometry,
d. Math Analysis or Precalculus,
e. Calculus,
f. Statistics and/or Probability,
g. Computer Science or acceptance and successful
completion of one (1 ) year of a full-time, three-hour
career and technology program leading to an industry
credential/certificate or college credit. The State
Board of Career and Technology Education shall
promulgate rules to define the provisions of this
section related to the accepted industry -valued
credentials which are industry -endorsed or industry-
aligned. The list of accepted industry -valued
credentials shall be reviewed annually and updated at
least every three (3) years by the Board,
h. (1) contextual mathematics co urses which enhance
technology preparation, or
(2) a science, technology, engineering, and math
(STEM) block course meeting the requirements for
course competencies listed in paragraph 2 of
subsection B of this section, whether taught at
a:
(a) comprehensive high school, or
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(b) technology center school when taken in the
tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade, taught by
a certified teacher, and approved by the
State Board of Education and the independent
district board of education,
i. mathematics courses taught at a technology center
school by a teacher certified in the secondary subject
area when taken in the tenth, eleventh, or twelfth
grade upon approval of the State Board of Education
and the independent district board of education, or
j. any other mathematic s course with content and/or rigor
equal to or above Algebra I;
3. Science – 3 units or sets of competencies to consist of 1
unit or set of competencies of Biology I or Biology I taught in a
contextual methodology, and 2 units or sets of competencies in t he
areas of life, physical, or earth science or technology which may
include, but are not limited to, the following courses:
a. Chemistry I,
b. Physics,
c. Biology II,
d. Chemistry II,
e. Physical Science,
f. Earth Science,
g. Botany,
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h. Zoology,
i. Physiology,
j. Astronomy,
k. Applied Biology/Chemistry,
l. Applied Physics,
m. Principles of Technology,
n. qualified agricultural education courses,
o. (1) contextual science courses which enhance
technology preparation, or
(2) a science, technology, engineerin g, and math
(STEM) block course meeting the requirements for
course competencies listed in paragraph 3 of
subsection B of this section, whether taught at
a:
(a) comprehensive high school, or
(b) technology center school when taken in the
tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade, taught by
a certified teacher, and approved by the
State Board of Education and the independent
district board of education,
p. science courses taught at a technology center school
by a teacher certified in the secondary subject area
when taken in the tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade
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upon approval of the State Board of Education and the
independent district board of education, or
q. other science courses with content and/or rigor equal
to or above Biology I , or
r. computer science or acceptance and successful
completion of one (1) year of a full -time, three-hour
career and technology program leading to an industry
credential/certificate or college credit. The State
Board of Career and Technology Education shall
promulgate rules to define the provisions of this
section related to the accepted industry -valued
credentials which are industry -endorsed or industry -
aligned. The list of accepted industry -valued
credentials shall be reviewed annually and updated at
least every three (3) years by t he Board;
4. Social Studies – 3 units or sets of competencies to consist
of 1 unit or set of competencies of United States History, 1/2 to 1
unit or set of competencies of United States Government, 1/2 unit or
set of competencies of Oklahoma History, and 1/2 to 1 unit or set of
competencies which may include, but are not limited to, the
following courses:
a. World History,
b. Geography,
c. Economics,
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d. Anthropology, or
e. other social studies courses with content and/or rigor
equal to or above United Stat es History, United States
Government, and Oklahoma History;
5. Arts – 1 unit or set of competencies which may include, but
is not limited to, courses in Visual Arts and General Music; and
6. Computer Education or World Language - 1 unit or set of
competencies of computer technology, whether taught at a high school
or a technology center school including computer programming,
hardware, and business computer applications, such as word
processing, databases, spreadsheets, and graphics, excluding
keyboarding or typing courses, or 1 unit or set of competencies of
world or non-English language.
D. Beginning with the 2024 -2025 school year, students whose
parent or legal guardian approve modification of the existing
graduation track as outlined in subsections B a nd C of this section,
subject to school approval, may complete a minimum of twenty -three
(23) curriculum units or sets of competencies at the secondary level
as listed below; and students entering the eighth grade in the 2025 -
2026 school year, in order to graduate from a public high school
accredited by the State Board of Education with a standard diploma,
students shall complete a minimum of the following twenty -three (23)
curriculum units or sets of competencies at the secondary level:
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1. Four units or sets of competencies of English to include
Grammar, Composition, Literature, or any English course;
2. Four units or sets of competencies of mathematics, two of
which shall be Algebra I and either Algebra II or Geometry. The
other two units may include Al gebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math
Analysis, Calculus, Statistics, Math of Finance, Computer Science,
college courses approved for dual credit, an approved full -time
postsecondary career and technology program, or locally approved
math based applicatio n course, or any mathematics course with
content and/or rigor above Algebra I;
3. Three units or sets of competencies of laboratory science
approved for college admission requirements including one unit or
set of competencies of life science meeting the s tandards for
Biology I; one unit or set of competencies of physical science
meeting the standards for Physical Science, Chemistry, or Physics;
and one unit or set of competencies from the domains of physical
science, life science, or earth and space scienc e, or approved full-
time postsecondary career and technology program or locally approved
science based application course, or any science course with content
and/or rigor above Biology I or Physical Science;
4. Three units or sets of competencies of histo ry and
citizenship skills including one unit of American History, 1/2 unit
of Oklahoma History, 1/2 unit of United States Government, and one
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unit from the subjects of History, Government, Geography, Economics,
Civics, or non-Western culture;
5. Six pathway units or sets of competencies approved at the
discretion of the school district board of education which align
with each student's Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) and
may include, but are not limited to, any additional units or sets of
competencies as provided in paragraphs 1 through 4 of this
subsection, world or non -English language, computer technology,
Junior Reserve Officers ' Training Corps (JROTC), internship or
apprenticeship programs, career and technology education courses,
concurrently enrolled courses, advanced placement courses,
International Baccalaureate courses approved for college admission
requirements, music, art, drama, speech, dance, media arts, or other
approved courses; and
6. Three units or sets of competencies of electi ve courses
approved by the school district board of education.
E. A school district shall determine the specific description
of the locally approved math and science based application courses
allowed pursuant to paragraphs 2 and 3 of subsection D of this
section. Formal notification with the specific course description
shall be provided to the State Department of Education prior to July
1 of each school year. The notification shall include what courses
will be coded as locally approved math and science b ased application
courses for the ensuing school year.
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F. 1. In addition to t he curriculum requirements of subsection
B, C, or D of this section, in order to graduate from a public high
school accredited by the State Board of Education students shall
complete the requirements for a personal financial literacy passport
as set forth in the Passport to Financial Literacy Act and any
additional course requirements or recommended elective courses as
may be established by the State Board of Education and the dis trict
school board. School districts shall strongly encourage students to
complete two units or sets of competencies of world languages and
two units or sets of competencies of physical and health education.
2. No student shall receive credit for high sc hool graduation
more than once for completion of the same unit or set of
competencies to satisfy the curriculum requirements of this section.
3. A school district shall not be required to offer every
course listed in subsections B, C, and D of this sectio n but shall
offer sufficient courses to allow a student to meet the graduation
requirements during the secondary grade years of the student.
G. 1. In addition to the curriculum requirements of
subsections B, C, or D of this section, in order to graduate from a
public high school accredited by the State Board of Education,
students, beginning with students entering the eighth grade in the
2026-2027 school year, shall earn one unit of Department of
Education approved computer science or one unit of an indus try
aligned Career and Technical Education course which provides
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instruction in the foundations of computer science and is approved
by the State Board of Education to meet this requirement.
2. The required computer science unit described in this
subsection may be used to meet one unit of the requirements as
provided for in paragraph 5 of subsection B, paragraphs 2, 3, or 6
of subsection C, or paragraph 2 of subsection D of this section.
H. For purposes of this section:
1. "Contextual methodology " means academic content and skills
taught by utilizing real -world problems and project s in a way that
helps students understand the application of that knowledge;
2. "Locally approved" means approved by the local school
district board of education;
3. "Math based application course " means a course that teaches
math content within a real -world application;
4. "Pathway unit" means a course taken by a high school student
that is aligned with the student 's current Individualized Career and
Academic Plan (ICAP);
5. "Qualified agricultural education courses " means courses
that have been determ ined by the State Board of Education to offer
the sets of competencies for one or more science content areas and
which correspond to academic science courses. Qualified
agricultural education courses shall include, but are not limited
to, horticulture, plant and soil science, natural resources and
environmental science, and animal science. The courses shall be
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taught by teachers certified in agricultural education and comply
with all rules of the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology
Education;
6. "Rigor" means a level of difficulty that is thorough,
exhaustive and accurate and is appropriate for the grade level;
7. "Science based application course " means a course that
teaches science content within a real -world application;
8. "Sets of competencies " means instruction in those skills and
competencies that are specified in the subject matter standards
adopted by the State Board of Education and other skills and
competencies adopted by the Board, without regard to specified
instructional time; and
9. "Unit" means a Carnegie Unit as defined by the North Central
Association's Commission on Schools.
H. I. 1. The State Board of Education, State Board of Career
and Technology Education, and State Regents for Higher Education
shall adopt a joint plan and electronically submit it to the Speaker
of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and the President Pro
Tempore of the Oklahoma State Senate by January 1, 2025, to ensure
that rigor is maintained in the content, teaching methodology, level
of expectations for student achievement, and application of learning
in all the courses taught to meet the graduation requirements
specified in subsection D of this section.
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2. The State Board of Education shall allow as much flexibility
at the district level as is possible without diminishing the rigor
or undermining the intent of providing these courses. To accomplish
this purpose, the State Department of Education shall work with
school districts in reviewing and approving courses taught by
districts that are not sp ecifically listed in subsections B, C, and
D of this section. Options may include, but shall not be limited
to, courses taken by concurrent enrollment, advanced placement, or
correspondence, or courses bearing different titles.
3. Technology center school districts may offer programs
designed in cooperation with institutions of higher education.
Students in the tenth grade may be allowed to attend these programs
for up to one-half (1/2) of a school day and credit for the units or
sets of competencies req uired in paragraphs 2, 3, and 6 of
subsection B or C and paragraphs 2 and 3 of subsection D of this
section shall be given if the courses are taught by a teacher
certified in the secondary subject area; provided, credit for units
or sets of competencies pursuant to subsection B of this section
shall be approved for college admission requirements.
4. If a student enrolls in a concurrent course, the school
district shall not be res ponsible for any costs incurred for that
course, unless the school district do es not offer enough course
selection during the student 's secondary grade years to allow the
student to receive the courses needed to meet the graduation
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requirements of this sec tion. If the school district does not offer
the necessary course selection during the student 's secondary grade
years, it shall be responsible for the cost of resident tuition at
an institution in The Oklahoma State System of Higher Education,
fees, and books for the concurrent enrollment course, and providing
for transportation to and from the institution to the school site.
It is the intent of the Legislature that for students enrolled
in a concurrent enrollment course which is paid for by the school
district pursuant to this paragraph, the institution charge only the
supplementary and special service fees that are directly related to
the concurrent enrollment course and enrollment procedures for that
student. It is further the intent of the Legislature that fees for
student activities and student service facilities including the
student health care and cultural and recreational service fees not
be charged to such students.
5. Credit for the units or sets of competencies required in
subsection B, C, or D of this section shall be given when such units
or sets of competencies are taken prior to ninth grade if the
teachers are certified or authorized to teach the subjects for high
school credit and the required rigor is maintained.
6. The units or sets of c ompetencies in mathematics required in
subsection B, C, or D of this section m ay be completed at any time
during the eighth through twelfth grades. If a student completes
any required courses or sets of competencies in mathematics prior to
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eighth grade, the student may take any other mathematics courses or
sets of competencies to fulfill the requirement to complete the
units or sets of competencies in grades eight through twelve after
the student has satisfied the requirements of subsection B, C, or D
of this section.
7. All units or sets of competencies required for graduation
may be taken in any sequence recommended by the school district.
I. J. As a condition of receiving accreditation from the State
Board of Education, all students in grades nine thro ugh twelve shall
enroll in a minimum of six periods, or the equivalent in block
scheduling or other scheduling structure that allows for instruction
in sets of competencies, of rigorous academic and/or rigorous
vocational courses each day, which may includ e arts, vocal and
instrumental music, speech classes, and physical education c lasses.
J. K. 1. Academic and vocational -technical courses designed to
offer sets of competencies integrated or embedded within the course
that provide for the teaching and lea rning of the appropriate skills
and knowledge in the subject matter standards, as adopted by the
State Board of Education, may upon approval of the Board, in
consultation with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology
Education if the courses are of fered at a technology center school
district, be counted for academic credit a nd toward meeting the
graduation requirements of this section.
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2. Internet-based courses offered by a technology center school
that are taught by a certified teacher and provide for the teaching
and learning of the appropriate skills and knowledge in the subject
matter standards may, upon approval of the State Board of Education
and the independent district board of education, be counted for
academic credit and toward meeting the graduation requirements of
this section.
3. Internet-based courses or vocati onal-technical courses
utilizing integrated or embedded skills for which no subject matter
standards have been adopted by the State Board of Education may be
approved by the Boar d, in consultation with the Oklahoma Department
of Career and Technology Education if the courses are offered by a
technology center school district, if such courses incorporate
standards of nationally recognized professional organizations and
are taught by certified teachers.
4. Courses offered by a supplemental education organiza tion
that is accredited by a national accrediting body and that are
taught by a certified teacher and provide for the teaching and
learning of the appropriate skills and knowledg e in the subject
matter standards may, upon approval of the State Board of Education
and the school district board of education, be counted for academic
credit and toward meeting the graduation requirements of this
section.
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K. L. The State Board of Educat ion shall provide an option for
high school graduation based upon attainment o f the desired levels
of competencies as required in tests pursuant to the provisions of
Section 1210.508 of this title. Such option shall be in lieu of the
amount of course cred its earned.
L. M. The State Board of Education shall prescribe, adopt and
approve a promotion system based on the attainment by students of
specified levels of competencies in each area of the core
curriculum.
M. N. Children who have individualized educa tion programs
pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDE A),
and who satisfy the graduation requirements through the
individualized education program for that student shall be awarded a
standard diploma.
N. O. Any student who complete s the curriculum requirements of
the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program shall be awarded a
standard diploma.
O. P. Any student who successfully completes an advanced
mathematics or science course offered pursuant to Section 1210.404
of this title shall be granted academic credit toward meeting the
graduation requirements p ursuant to paragraph 2 or 3, as
appropriate, of subsection B, C, or D of this section.
P. Q. For purposes of this section, the courses approved for
college admission requirement s shall be courses which are approved
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by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education for admission to
an institution within The Oklahoma State System of Higher Education.
Q. R. Students who have been denied a standard diploma by the
school district in which the student is or was enrolled for failing
to meet the requirements of this section may re-enroll in the school
district that denied the student a standard diploma following the
denial of a standard diploma. The student shall be provided
remediation or intervention and the opportunity to complete the
curriculum units or sets of competencies required by this section to
obtain a standard diploma. Students who re -enroll in the school
district to meet the graduation requirements of this section shall
be exempt from the hourly instructional requirements of Section 1 -
111 of this title and the six-period enrollment requirements of this
section.
S. The State Department of Education shall promulgate rules to
reflect that all levels and grades of the Oklahom a Academic
Standards for Computer Science shall include instruction on the
fundamental concepts of emerging computer science technologies such
as artificial intelligence (AI), including an understanding of what
AI is and how it works.
SECTION 2. This act shall become effective July 1, 2025.
SECTION 3. It being immediately necessary for the preservation
of the public peace, health or safety, an emergency is hereby
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declared to exist, by reason whereof this act shall take effe ct and
be in full force from and after its passage and approval.
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