The bill amends the existing law regarding the state's subsidized high school dual credit program, specifically targeting the financial contributions made by the state. Under the revised provisions, the state will continue to cover fifty percent of the total high school dual credit tuition rate, which is set at forty-three percent of the undergraduate tuition rate. However, the bill aims to reduce the overall financial burden on the state by potentially adjusting the funding structure or the percentage of tuition covered in the future.

Additionally, the bill maintains the eligibility criteria for students participating in the program, stipulating that students in grades eleven and twelve can enroll, and outlines the consequences for failing or withdrawing from courses. It also emphasizes that the dual credit program cannot be used for remedial courses and clarifies that students are responsible for any additional costs associated with attending postsecondary institutions. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure the sustainability of the dual credit program while managing state expenditures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/09/2025: 13-28-37.1
Enrolled, 03/10/2025: 13-28-37.1