This bill proposes to update current statutes regarding the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) by repealing the existing section 41-3026.10 and adding a new section 41-3036.10. The new language specifies that WICHE will continue to operate until July 1, 2036, and outlines the conditions under which it may enter into agreements with educational institutions and states to provide services for graduate and professional education. The bill also establishes that WICHE will be repealed on January 1, 2037.

Additionally, the bill includes a retroactivity provision, ensuring that the updates apply retroactively from July 1, 2026. This means that the continuation of WICHE and its associated agreements will be recognized as effective from that date, thereby preventing any lapse in its operations until the new termination date. Overall, the bill aims to ensure the ongoing support and functionality of WICHE for an additional ten years.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3026.10, 41-3036.10