State Board of Education - Financial Literacy - Graduation Requirement

HB 943 requires Maryland public high schools to implement a financial literacy course as a graduation requirement for students graduating in 2030 or later. The course must be a standalone, at least one-semester class taught in grades 11 or 12, and aligns with state standards for personal financial literacy. Upon successful completion, students earn at least half a credit toward graduation, and counties may allow this requirement to fulfill remaining credit needs through existing courses in business, career education, or social studies. County school boards determine specific curriculum and materials, but must follow state standards for the course content.