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New requirement for graduating Texas seniors

May 11, 2022 10:27 PM

Published May 11, 2022 10:58 AM

EL PASO, Texas – Seniors who are graduating this year must complete a new requirement adopted by the Texas Education Agency.

The requirement first came up in 2019 following the 86th Texas Legislature.

Those graduating must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), a Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TAFSA) or sign an opt-out form.

Seniors must complete one of the requirements to graduate.

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