LR447

Interim study to examine how a baccalaureate degree requiring fewer than the traditional one hundred twenty hours, or four years, may benefit the state

Introduced·3/25/26
Introduced Text

Nebraska LR447 proposes an interim study on the benefits of baccalaureate degrees requiring fewer than 120 credit hours.

Nebraska LR447 proposes an interim study to explore how baccalaureate degrees requiring fewer than the traditional 120 credit hours could benefit the state. The study will examine geographic areas, industries, student populations, and institutions that could benefit from such degrees. It aims to assess how these alternative pathways could improve degree attainment, expand access, and align education with workforce needs. The Education Committee will conduct the study and report findings to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 30

Legislature

Referred to Education Committee

Mar 25

Legislature

Date of introduction

Mar 25

Legislature

Referred to Executive Board