SACRAMENTO – (INT) – California is close to becoming the 26th state in the union to require personal finance as a high school graduation requirement.

The bill has cleared the state senate and is expected to receive concurrence in the Assembly and support from Governor Gavin Newsom.

California school Superintendent Thurmond has led a coalition of voices—including students, families, educators, experts, and policymakers—who have elevated financial education as a key issue of economic justice.

Students must complete a one-semester course in personal finance to California’s high school graduation requirements commencing with pupils graduating in the 2030–31 school year.

Story Date: July 22, 2024