LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky students could soon be required to take a financial literacy class before they graduate.
House Bill 342 would require juniors and seniors to take one credit of a financial literacy course to graduate.
To create flexibility for students, the credit would count toward current credit requirements for math, social studies or an elective.
The course would address gaps in knowledge about how to handle your personal finances, like how to get a loan or how to invest.
"I believe that this bill would give students across the state more practical, useful and relevant information that prepares us for life. We need this education. I'm ready for this education and frankly so are my peers," said Patrick Graboviy, a junior at North Oldham County High School.
The bill passed through committee Wednesday morning. It now heads to the House floor for a vote before it would be sent to the Senate floor.
To read the current version of the bill, click here.
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