The bill mandates the Wyoming Community College Commission to conduct a comprehensive study aimed at developing recommendations for an expanded statewide postsecondary education program. This program is intended to enhance opportunities for high school students in Wyoming to complete postsecondary coursework and earn credentials from the University of Wyoming and community colleges while still enrolled in high school. The study will involve consultations with various stakeholders, including educational institutions, school districts, students, and workforce development organizations, and will address key areas such as student eligibility, funding mechanisms, course transferability, and alignment with workforce needs.
Additionally, the bill appropriates $150,000 from the general fund to support the study, which must be completed by January 1, 2028, with a report submitted to the joint education interim committee. The report will include recommendations for establishing the proposed education program, a fiscal impact analysis, and any necessary legislation for implementation. The act is effective immediately upon its passage.