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House approves bill to increase frequency of high-school equivalency exams
5615026 · August 21, 2025
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Summary
The House voted unanimously to approve a bill amending Law 170 (1949) to expand opportunities for adults to take high-school equivalency exams, a measure supporters said increases access to education and the workforce.
The House of Representatives approved Project of the House 190 on Aug. 21, 2025, an amendment to Law No. 170 of May 4, 1949, that adjusts requirements and increases the frequency for administration of the high-school equivalency exam (examen de equivalencia). The floor announced the measure passed with 47 votes in favor and none…
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