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House approves expanded adult high‑school pathway allowing vocational training to count toward diploma
Summary
Delegates passed HB297 to allow vocational on‑the‑job training to partially count toward a state high‑school diploma, creating a blended pathway for working adults; debate focused on program scope, fiscal note staff needs, English‑proficiency questions and perceived signal to employers.
The House debated and passed House Bill 297 on third reading, a bill that creates an alternate pathway for an adult high‑school diploma by allowing vocational on‑the‑job training to partially count toward credentialing that previously emphasized classroom study and a GED test.
The floor leader and sponsor said the bill builds on an existing program by allowing vocational training and certain on‑the‑job…
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