House Bill No. by Representative Willard aims to enhance the financial literacy curriculum for high school students in Louisiana by adding a new instructional requirement. Specifically, the bill enacts R.S. 17:270(B)(2)(n), which mandates that the financial literacy course include topics on "scholarships, grants, and other financial opportunities to pay for postsecondary education." This addition is intended to better prepare students for the financial aspects of pursuing higher education.

The implementation of this new requirement is set to begin in the 2025-2026 school year. The bill builds upon existing laws that already require high school students to complete a financial literacy course to graduate and qualify for certain financial aid, thereby ensuring that students are equipped with essential knowledge about funding their postsecondary education.