COMPASS Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (31 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
What this bill does
The COMPASS Act would amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to change what must be included in a student's individualized education program (IEP). Under current law, IEPs already must include a projected date for a child's completion of secondary school. This bill would add a requirement that the IEP also state that the child will receive a certificate of completion on that projected date, regardless of whether the child qualifies for a regular high school diploma.
The bill primarily affects students with disabilities who receive special education services under an IEP, along with their families, schools, and school districts that administer IEPs. By requiring schools to commit in writing to issuing a certificate of completion at the end of a student's secondary education, the bill aims to ensure these students receive formal recognition of finishing school even if they do not meet the requirements for a standard diploma.
The bill was introduced in the House on August 31, 2026, by Rep. Frederica Wilson of Florida and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As an introduced bill, it has not yet been considered, debated, or voted on by the committee or the full House. Further action, such as committee review, hearings, or a vote, would be needed before it could advance toward becoming law.
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Timeline
31 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10201 do?
- The COMPASS Act would amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to change what must be included in a student's individualized education program (IEP). Under current law, IEPs already must include a projected date for a child's completion of secondary school. This bill would add a requirement that the IEP also state that the child will receive a certificate of completion on that projected date, regardless of whether the child qualifies for a regular high school diploma. The bill primarily affects students with disabilities who receive special education services under an IEP, along with their families, schools, and school districts that administer IEPs. By requiring schools to commit in writing to issuing a certificate of completion at the end of a student's secondary education, the bill aims to ensure these students receive formal recognition of finishing school even if they do not meet the requirements for a standard diploma. The bill was introduced in the House on August 31, 2026, by Rep. Frederica Wilson of Florida and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As an introduced bill, it has not yet been considered, debated, or voted on by the committee or the full House. Further action, such as committee review, hearings, or a vote, would be needed before it could advance toward becoming law.
- Has H.R. 10201 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10201. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10201?
- H.R. 10201 was sponsored by Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24] (D-FL), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10201?
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (31 Aug 2026).
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