SB304

Provides for accreditation for public colleges and universities. (gov sig) (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

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Louisiana SB304 establishes new accreditation policies for public colleges and universities.

Louisiana SB304 revises the accreditation process for public colleges and universities. The bill mandates that the Board of Regents, in coordination with management boards, set policies for accreditation, including specialized accreditation for individual programs or units. Public postsecondary institutions must apply for approval with their management board to seek a new accreditor. The new accreditor must prioritize credential success, workforce outcomes, educational quality, affordability, and financial stability.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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2 Nay

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6 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8

2:00 PM

Senate Committee on Education

History

May 29

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 486.

May 29

Senate

Effective date 5/29/2026.

May 25

House

Signed by the Speaker of the House.