House amendment makes the following changes to the 2nd edition.

Amends GS 115C-147.11(c)(4) to prohibit the Board of Education (Board)from requiring the administration of the ACT test or any precursor to the test to any student enrolled in the Occupational Course of Study or the Extended Course of Study who (1) does not score at or above grade level on any state-approved end-of-course tests, and (2) has a written parental request exemption. Provides that the Board will ensure that parents of students enrolled in the Occupational Course of Study or the Extended Course of Study in all public schools, including charter and regional schools, have the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding participation in the ACT and aligned precursor tests.