Establishes a half-credit financial education course for high school students.

The bill amends the education law to mandate a half-credit financial education course for all students in grades nine through twelve. The course will be delivered through a comprehensive financial literacy program. The curriculum, developed by the commissioner in consultation with the department of financial services, will cover topics such as opening financial accounts, understanding financial products, managing money, and state and federal financial laws. The bill takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with necessary regulations to be completed by that date.

Establishes a half-credit financial education course for high school students.

The bill amends the education law to mandate a half-credit financial education course for all students in grades nine through twelve. The course will be delivered through a comprehensive financial literacy program. The curriculum, developed by the commissioner in consultation with the department of financial services, will cover topics such as opening financial accounts, understanding financial products, managing money, and state and federal financial laws. The bill takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with necessary regulations to be completed by that date.