The bill amends the "Dual Enrollment Equal Opportunity Act" by redefining "Dual Enrollment" to specify that it includes students enrolled in secondary schools while simultaneously attending Rhode Island public higher education institutions, such as community colleges, colleges, or universities. The amendments replace references to "local institutions of higher learning" and "postsecondary institutions" with "Rhode Island public higher education institutions." Additionally, the bill mandates the board of education to establish a statewide dual enrollment policy that allows students to earn academic credits applicable to both their high school and public higher education institutions.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the formation of a workgroup to advise the board on various aspects of the dual enrollment policy, including its impact on school funding, academic support, and accessibility for low-income students. It also sets a limitation on payments to public higher education institutions for dual enrollment programs, ensuring they do not exceed the appropriations specified in the budget. Lastly, it exempts full-time twelfth-grade students enrolled in dual enrollment programs from certain requirements, thereby facilitating their participation in these educational opportunities. The act will take effect upon passage.