SB 116·PA·senate
An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for credit for employment at congregate care facility.
Passed One ChamberFiled Jan 22, 2025
Sponsor: Dave Argall (R)
Latest Action
Laid on the table
Oct 6, 2026
Summary
The bill lets 11th‑ and 12th‑grade students who are at least 16 years old and employed (paid or volunteer) at a congregate care facility earn elective graduation credit. For every 250 hours worked, a student receives one credit, up to a maximum of two credits. Schools must set up an application and verification process to award the credit.
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