Update VI provides an overview of federal and state legislation regarding minimal competency requirements for graduation and promotion as well as state department of education activities and local district programs in this area, from 1975 through June 1, 1977. Twenty-four states had introduced 67 bills related to this topic up to this date. While state interest remains high, the idea is also attracting attention at the federal level. House of Representatives Bills 6088 and 7116 require state education agencies to establish basic standards of educational proficiency for high school graduation. These bills amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and would have state agencies create proficiency high school graduation plans prior to receiving funds under the Act. House of Representatives Bill 6088 is appended. (Author/MV)