Financial education continues to see unprecedented momentum at the state level. In just the last few years, the number of states with K-12 financial education requirements has more than doubled. These requirements have taken many different forms depending on the state. Below is an overview of the different state requirements.
In 2025, Kentucky, Colorado and Texas passed financial literacy graduation requirements legislation. These bills have been signed by the states' governors, bringing the total number of states implementing this policy to 29. For more information about developments prior to 2025, see NEFE’s Legislative Review Report.