Computer Science Bill Clears House, Senate

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The Indiana General Assembly has approved a bill requiring public schools to include computer science in each school’s curriculum beginning in 2021. House Enrolled Act 172 also established a grant program and fund supporting computer science-focused professional development for K-12 teachers.

Governor Eric Holcomb, who has supported the bill along the way, is expected to sign HEA 172 into law. So far, Holcomb has signed all 42 bills that have reached his desk. In a statement following the computer science bill’s passage in the legislature, Holcomb said "we know that computer science skills are in high demand for today’s jobs – and they will be critical for future generations. That’s why this bill is so important. Making sure every Indiana school offers computer science aligns our workforce need with educational opportunities."

You can view full details of the bill, which only received one "nay" vote in the House and Senate, by clicking here.