This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to enhance the Dual Credit Innovation Grant Program, which provides funding to public institutions of higher education and community education councils that collaborate to offer dual credit opportunities to high school students. The amendments include the addition of community education councils as eligible grant recipients, emphasizing collaboration with public institutions to expand dual credit offerings. The bill also prioritizes funding for programs that align with high-priority occupations and serve underrepresented student groups, including those experiencing educational instability, low-income students, and students in rural areas.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new reporting requirements aimed at improving data collection and transparency regarding the effectiveness of dual credit courses. It mandates the annual collection of student-level data from grant recipients, including metrics on college credits earned and enrollment rates in higher education following high school graduation. A definition for "community education council" is also included to clarify the term within the context of the legislation. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1115 (Aug 25, 2025): P.L.30, No.14