This bill establishes the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program in Idaho, aimed at assisting adults aged 21 and older in obtaining a high school diploma and developing employability and career technical skills. It introduces a new section, 33-143, to define key terms such as "accredited," "career pathways coursework," and "qualified provider," and outlines the criteria for approval of these providers. The state board of education will oversee the program, including the reimbursement of qualified providers at a rate of $733 for each credit of high school instruction completed by students. Additionally, the bill mandates reporting requirements for qualified providers to track student progress and outcomes.

Furthermore, the bill creates a new section, 33-919, establishing the Adult Alternative Instructional Diploma Program Fund, which will be used to support the pilot program for issuing accredited high school diplomas to eligible adults. The fund will consist of legislative appropriations and interest earned on its balance, and its expenditures will be subject to legislative approval. The bill declares an emergency, making it effective on July 1, 2025.