SB279

AN ACT relating to the efficient use of public funds in postsecondary institutions.

Introduced·2/26/26
Bill Text

Kentucky SB279 aims to prevent public funds from supporting low-earning outcome programs at postsecondary institutions.

Kentucky SB279 mandates the Council on Postsecondary Education to create administrative regulations prohibiting the allocation of public funds to students enrolled in low-earning outcome programs. These funds include student financial aid, operational funding, grants, capital funding, and performance-based funding. The bill requires the Council to annually update the list of prohibited programs and report on compliance measures and violations. The Council must also submit an annual report to the Legislative Research Commission starting May 1, 2027.

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History

Feb 26

Senate

introduced in Senate

Feb 26

Senate

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