establishing a procedure for a high school proficiency exam waiver of mandatory school attendance.

HB 1402 creates a process for high school students to avoid mandatory school attendance by passing a state-developed proficiency exam. Under this bill, students who pass the test would no longer be required to attend school but could still choose to do so if they wish. The legislation also establishes that passing the exam would allow students to receive a high school diploma from either their current school district or the state. Additionally, the bill clarifies that home-schooled students can satisfy attendance laws by submitting proof of their program's completion.