The bill amends sections 18B-17-2 and 18B-17-3 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to grant the Higher Education Policy Commission the authority to implement rules related to the Accountability System, the Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program, and the Teacher Loan Repayment Program. It also empowers the Community and Technical College Education Council to establish rules for the employment and evaluation of college presidents. The legislation includes authorizations for various legislative rules filed in the State Register from 2004 to 2024, aiming to enhance the governance and operational standards of higher education institutions in West Virginia.

Significant amendments include the authorization of rules concerning the Higher Education Accountability System and the Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars and Teacher Education Loan Repayment Program. The bill repeals certain existing rules, such as those related to the Acceptance of Advanced Placement Credit and Human Resources Administration, while introducing new provisions to protect proprietary schools. Additionally, it addresses community and technical college regulations, including tuition and fees, degree-granting institutions, and capital project management, emphasizing efficient space utilization and funding prioritization. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline and improve the regulatory framework governing higher education in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18B-17-2, 18B-17-3
Engrossed Version: 18B-17-2, 18B-17-3
Enrolled Version: 18B-17-2, 18B-17-3