This bill amends the law regarding the powers and duties of the Office of Skills Development and the Career Education and Workforce Development Board, specifically in relation to secondary technical centers. It introduces a new requirement that any public high school, postsecondary technical institute, two-year college, or education service cooperative approved as a secondary technical center must commence operations with a minimum of six occupation-specific programs.

The amendment aims to enhance the effectiveness of secondary technical centers by ensuring they offer a diverse range of programs that prepare students for specific careers. This change is intended to better align educational offerings with workforce needs and improve the overall quality of technical education in the state.

Statutes affected:
SB 528: 25-30-102(a)