H 780 Idaho House · 68th Legislature, 2nd Regular Session (2026)

EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding participation in nonacademic public school activities for dual enrollment.

This Idaho bill (H 780) updates rules for students enrolled in nonpublic schools (private or homeschool) who participate in public school activities. It requires these students to meet the same academic proficiency standards as public school students - demonstrated through state tests or approved assessments - to join nonacademic activities like sports or clubs. The bill clarifies that dually enrolled students do not count toward public charter school enrollment limits, establishes fees for nonpublic students joining activities, and allows credits from postsecondary institutions to count toward high school graduation. It directly affects nonpublic school students, public schools, and charter schools in Idaho. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 25, 2026 Last action Feb 26, 2026
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Feb 26, 2026
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Reported Printed and Referred to Education
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Feb 25, 2026
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