The bill amends the Dual Enrollment Framework Task Force's structure and responsibilities in Louisiana. It increases the membership from thirteen to fourteen members, adding the president of the Louisiana Association for Career and Technical Education or their designee. Additionally, the task force is tasked with reviewing existing laws and policies related to dual enrollment, including career pathways and technical high schools, and is encouraged to explore the expansion of virtual instruction programs to enhance participation in dual enrollment offerings across the state.

Furthermore, the bill outlines new processes for the task force to recommend, such as ensuring that dual enrollment courses contribute to students' progress toward technical certificates and degrees, and recognizing schools that help students earn significant credits toward postsecondary credentials. It also emphasizes the importance of expanding career-relevant college credit and industry-based credentials through dual enrollment, including the establishment of regional technical high schools in partnership with public colleges or universities. The bill aims to create a more robust dual enrollment framework that supports both academic and technical education pathways for students.

Statutes affected:
SB352 Original: 17:1(B)(1), 17:1(D)(1)
SB352 Engrossed: 17:1(B)(1), 17:1(D)(1)
SB352 Enrolled: 17:1(B)(1), 17:1(D)(1)
SB352 Act 335: 17:1(B)(1), 17:1(D)(1)