This bill amends the existing law regarding the Dual Enrollment Framework Task Force in Louisiana, increasing its membership from thirteen to fourteen members. A new member is added, specifically the president of the Louisiana Association for Career and Technical Education or their designee. The bill also expands the task force's duties to include a focus on career pathways and technical high schools, as well as the articulation of dual enrollment courses to advance students' progress toward postsecondary technical certificates, diplomas, degrees, and industry-based certifications.

Additionally, the bill outlines several processes for the task force to recognize and reward schools and postsecondary institutions that effectively utilize dual enrollment in both academic and technical fields. It emphasizes the importance of establishing a uniform pricing structure for dual enrollment courses and encourages the expansion of virtual instruction programs to increase participation in dual enrollment offerings across the state. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the dual enrollment framework to better support students' educational and career pathways.

Statutes affected:
HB551 Original: 17:1(B)(1)
HB551 Engrossed: 17:1(B)(1)
HB551 Enrolled: 17:1(B)(1)
HB551 Act : 17:1(B)(1)