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House approves requirement for financial-literacy credit for high-school graduation
Utah House of Representatives · February 25, 2003
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Summary
The House passed a second-substitute of HB 77 to add a half‑credit in financial literacy as a graduation requirement after sponsors cited Utah’s high bankruptcy rates; the measure passed 44-24 and was sent to the Senate.
The Utah House voted to require a half‑credit of financial literacy for high-school graduation, approving second-substitute House Bill 77 by 44–24 on Feb. 25. Sponsor Representative Hogue argued the change would help reduce future bankruptcy and equip students with everyday financial skills.
In floor remarks Representative Hogue cited Utah State University…
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