SB1121

Creates the "Missouri Higher Education Funding Policy Prioritization Act" and creates and modifies provisions relating to higher education workforce policy prioritization

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB1121 establishes a Higher Education Academic Scholarship Program and a funding model for public higher education institutions.

Missouri SB1121 creates the "Missouri Higher Education Funding Policy Prioritization Act," which establishes a "Higher Education Academic Scholarship Program" for Missouri citizens attending Missouri colleges or universities. The bill outlines a funding model for public higher education institutions, developed by the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development in consultation with public institutions. The model aims to align funding with workforce needs, use a cost-based approach, and include an allocation process for core appropriations.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 24

8:00 AM

Education Hearing

History

Feb 24

Senate

Hearing Conducted S Education Committee

Jan 15

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

Jan 7

Senate

S First Read