Home School Graduation Recognition Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-06T16:37:57Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 3747 Home School Graduation Recognition Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/6/2026, 4:37 PM

Summary of Bill S 3747

The bill, introduced in the 119th Congress as Senate bill S. 3747 on January 29, 2026, aims to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to formally acknowledge students who have finished their secondary education through home schooling as equivalent to high school graduates. The specific provisions and additional purposes outlined in the bill are not detailed in the context provided.

Congressional Summary of S 3747

Home School Graduation Recognition Act

This bill clarifies that students who complete their secondary education in a home school setting recognized under state law are high school graduates for purposes of eligibility for federal student aid.

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Current Status of Bill S 3747

Bill S 3747 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2026. Bill S 3747 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 29, 2026. Bill S 3747's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 354. as of March 11, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3747

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3747

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3747

A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to recognize students who have completed secondary school education in a home school setting as high school graduates, and for other purposes.