SM001

High-Stakes Standardized Testing

Introduced·4/7/26
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Colorado Senate Memorial 1 urges Congress to end federal high-stakes standardized testing mandates and support local educational autonomy.

Colorado Senate Memorial 1 calls on Congress to end federal mandates for high-stakes standardized testing, which it argues are ineffective and harmful. The memorial highlights the negative impacts of these tests, including narrowed curriculum, increased student anxiety, and teacher burnout. It advocates for the reinvestment of public funds into programs that research shows are effective, such as smaller class sizes, equitable teacher compensation, and expanded mental health resources.

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History

Apr 20

Senate

Senate Third Reading Laid Over to 05/14/2026 - No Amendments

Apr 10

Senate

Senate Third Reading Laid Over to 04/20/2026 - No Amendments

Apr 7

Senate

Introduced In Senate - Assigned to