Committee advances bill to create advanced-math pathway for proficient students

Feb 5, 2026

House Education Policy Committee reported HB 353 favorably. Sponsor Representative Butler said the bill creates a pathway for students to accelerate in math from middle school algebra through AP or dual-enrollment options, with opt-in/opt-out parental choices and discussion of resources for small schools.

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Representative Butler presented HB 353 as a measure to create an advanced-math pathway so students who are proficient can advance earlier and access higher-level coursework in high school through AP, dual enrollment or other accelerated options. "It creates a path for the student that is proficient to advance," Butler said.

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