Senate Bill No. 1114, also known as Public Act No. 25-21, introduces a series of technical revisions to Connecticut's higher education statutes, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The bill mandates the Technical Education and Career System board to review certification and degree programs to ensure alignment with industry needs. It also updates terminology related to technical education schools, changing "after school" to "after-school" hours, and establishes a Council of Advisors on Strategies for the Knowledge Economy to foster university-industry partnerships. Additionally, the bill expands the Early Childhood Cabinet's membership and requires local boards of education to inform high school seniors and their parents about eligibility for the Connecticut Automatic Admissions Program, while correcting legal references for clarity.

The bill further amends pupil expulsion procedures, ensuring no pupil is expelled without a formal hearing and that minors receive notice at least five business days prior to the hearing, with the term "parents" replaced by "parent" for clarity. It emphasizes the rights of pupils and guardians to legal representation and includes provisions for postponing hearings. The bill also modifies scholarship recipient requirements by replacing "parents" with "legal guardians," ensuring both can utilize demonstration scholarships. Additionally, it revises the governance of The University of Connecticut, enhances the process for securities issuance by the board of trustees, and updates the definition of "good character" for professional licensing. These changes aim to improve educational outcomes, protect student rights, and enhance regulatory frameworks in education and workforce development.