Homeschooled Seniors Earn National Merit Recognition
Homeschooled seniors in Missouri and New York earned honors in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program, showing that homeschool students compete at the top nationally.
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Iowa Pending Homeschool Legislation
No homeschool bills are pending in Iowa. HF 2754, signed May 12, 2026, protects homeschool diplomas and removed limits on independent private instruction.
Read MoreIndiana Pending Homeschool Legislation
No homeschool bills are pending in Indiana. HB 1348, which protects homeschool diplomas, took effect July 1, 2025. The 2027 session begins January 12.
Read MoreIllinois Pending Homeschool Legislation
HB 2827, the Homeschool Act, and HB 4253 remain stalled in the Illinois House Rules Committee. The veto session runs November 17-19 and December 1-3, 2026.
Read MoreIdaho Pending Homeschool Legislation
No homeschool bills are pending in Idaho. HB 934, signed April 2, 2026, clarified that homeschooling and public school activities do not count as public enrollment for the Parental Choice Tax Credit.
Read MoreHawaii Pending Homeschool Legislation
No homeschool bills are pending in Hawaii. HB 2376 and SB 3193, which would have required in-person state testing at public schools, died in 2026. The 2027 session begins January 20.
Read MoreNew Jersey Pending Homeschool Legislation
Four homeschool bills are pending in New Jersey: S741 annual meetings, S3910 notice, A3394 registration and portfolios, and A231 parents’ bill of rights.
Read MoreConnecticut’s New Homeschool Law: What Public Act 26-37 Changes and When
Connecticut’s new homeschool law, Public Act 26-37, adds an in-person withdrawal step with a records check in 2027 and a yearly intent to educate form in 2028.
Read MoreNew York Pending Homeschool Legislation
Four homeschool bills are pending in New York, including Sen. Fahy’s S10714 continuity reviews and S10715 Raylee’s Law. Sponsors, status, and ratings.
Read MoreDelaware Homeschool Numbers: What the State’s Data Shows
Delaware publishes detailed homeschool data. After a 2023-24 rebound to 4,466 students, the state’s latest report shows a small dip for 2024-25.
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