HB1160

Naturalization examination.

Introduced·1/5/26
Intr Text

Indiana HB1160 mandates naturalization exams for students in grade 8 and high school, with a passing score of 70% required for high school graduation.

Indiana HB1160 requires Indiana schools to administer the naturalization examination provided by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, the exam will be given in grade 8, and from the 2030-2031 school year, it will be required for high school students. High school students must achieve a score of 70% or higher to graduate. Students who fail can retake the exam, and those with an individualized education program may be granted a waiver.

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Current
Education Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 5

House

Coauthored by Representatives Teshka, Baird

Jan 5

House

Authored by Representative Commons

Jan 5

House

First reading: referred to Committee on Education