Senate Bill No. 1114 proposes a series of technical revisions to Connecticut's higher education statutes, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. Key changes include the establishment of a Technical Education and Career System board tasked with assessing certification and degree programs, as well as evaluating the demand for trade programs and the utilization of technical education schools during non-traditional hours. The bill also creates a Council of Advisors on Strategies for the Knowledge Economy to foster university-industry partnerships and provide guidance on innovation challenge grants. Additionally, it establishes an Early Childhood Cabinet and mandates local education boards to inform high school seniors about their eligibility for the Connecticut Automatic Admissions Program, while ensuring due process in expulsion hearings by requiring formal notice and the right to legal representation.

The bill further amends existing statutes concerning pupil rights in expulsion hearings, the use of demonstration scholarships, and the governance of The University of Connecticut. It specifies that parents or guardians must receive notice of expulsion hearings at least five business days in advance and allows for postponements. The language is updated to refer to "parent" instead of "parents," and new requirements are introduced for informing guardians about their legal rights. The bill also modifies the governance structure of the university, allowing the Board of Trustees to borrow money and issue securities while maintaining the annual cap on securities. Overall, SB1114 aims to enhance transparency, support for students and families, and streamline administrative processes within the education system, with no anticipated fiscal implications for the state or municipalities.