The House Concurrent Resolution directs the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) to investigate the establishment of an appeals process for high school students who do not pass the state-administered end-of-course assessments required for graduation. This initiative arises from the recent overturning of a previously adopted policy that allowed seniors to submit a portfolio as an alternative means to meet graduation requirements. The resolution emphasizes the need for a structured appeals process that is independent of the student's original school and suggests exploring various options, including nationally norm-referenced testing, to ensure students can demonstrate proficiency in state content standards.

BESE is tasked with providing a written report to both the House and Senate Committees on Education by March 1, 2025, detailing the progress of the appeals process development and any legislative recommendations. The resolution reflects a commitment to finding equitable solutions for students facing challenges in meeting graduation assessment requirements, ensuring that the appeals process is managed by an appropriate authority rather than the student's school.