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Committee hears bipartisan support for half‑credit financial literacy requirement, DPI outlines standards work
Summary
Republican and Democratic witnesses, the state treasurer and banking interests supported HB 15‑33 to add a half‑unit of financial literacy to high‑school graduation requirements; DPI said K–12 financial literacy standards are being drafted and districts will need time and resources to implement.
House Bill 15‑33, introduced by Representative Brandy Pyle, would add a half‑unit of financial literacy to high‑school graduation requirements. Representative Pyle told the House Education Committee the addition is part of a "portrait of a graduate" approach and argued financial skills are foundational for life and for the state economy.
State Treasurer Thomas Beadle strongly supported the bill and highlighted existing state efforts: the Bank of North Dakota and the treasurer's office recently launched a SmartWithMyMoney.nd.gov portal and a statewide push to improve financial literacy. Beadle cited national…
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