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House rejects measure to grant diplomas based solely on ACT and competency test
Summary
After extended debate, the Utah House rejected First Substitute Senate Bill 57, which would have allowed students who pass the state basic skills competency test and score in a high ACT percentile to receive a diploma without completing standard coursework. Opponents warned the change would undercut course requirements and State Board authority.
Representative Mark Madsen, sponsor of First Substitute Senate Bill 57, asked the House to adopt an alternative graduation pathway for a narrow group of students who meet high testing thresholds. "This particular bill is very simple," Madsen said, explaining the measure would allow students who pass the basic skills competency test and score highly on the ACT to obtain a diploma.
The bill drew extended opposition on the floor. Representative…
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