Assembly Bill 545 aims to amend the statutes governing course fees at University of Wisconsin System institutions. The bill specifically prohibits these institutions from charging students an online course fee for courses offered exclusively online unless the fee is intended to cover actual costs incurred by the institution that would not be present if the course were attended in person. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if an online course fee is charged, it must also be applicable to an equivalent in-person course.

To implement this change, the bill amends section 36.27 (1) (a) by adding references to new provisions and creates section 36.27 (1) (c), which outlines the conditions under which online course fees may be charged. This legislation is set to take effect for the first semester or session that begins at least 30 days after its effective date.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 36.27(1)(a), 36.27