The bill amends the "Dual Enrollment Equal Opportunity Act" by updating the terminology to specify that dual enrollment applies to students attending Rhode Island public higher education institutions, including community colleges, colleges, and universities. It introduces a definition of dual enrollment that clarifies that students can be enrolled part-time or full-time in these institutions while still attending secondary school.

Additionally, the bill mandates the implementation of a statewide dual enrollment policy that allows students to enroll in courses at public higher education institutions to satisfy academic credit requirements in both high school and the institutions. The regulations will address various aspects, including graduation requirements and credit transfer.

The bill also establishes a limit on payments to public higher education institutions for dual enrollment based on the enrollment program where the courses are taken. Furthermore, it exempts full-time twelfth-grade students enrolled in dual enrollment programs from certain requirements, ensuring they can participate without additional burdens. The act will take effect upon passage.