SB1617

Establishes the "Accountability for Low-Earning Outcome Degrees in Higher Education Act of 2026" to prohibit the allocation of state funds for low-earning outcome academic degree programs

Introduced·2/3/26
Introduced Text

Missouri SB1617 prohibits state funds for academic degree programs with low-earning outcomes.

Missouri SB1617, the "Accountability for Low-Earning Outcome Degrees in Higher Education Act of 2026," mandates the coordinating board for higher education to prohibit state funds for academic degree programs identified as low-earning outcomes. This includes various funding categories such as individual student financial aid, operational or instructional funding, and capital or facilities funding. The board must annually review federal determinations and report on programs affected, enforcement actions, and fiscal impacts.

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Calendar

Feb 24

8:00 AM

Education Hearing

History

Mar 10

Senate

Voted Do Pass S Education Committee

Feb 24

Senate

Hearing Conducted S Education Committee

Feb 12

Senate

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee