HB1473

In higher education accountability and transparency, providing for department approval for campus closures.

Introduced·5/21/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1473 requires State-related universities to submit an alternative education plan to the department before closing a campus.

Pennsylvania HB1473 amends the Public School Code of 1949 to include a new section requiring State-related universities to submit an alternative education plan to the department before closing a campus. The plan must outline educational opportunities for students in the region and may include partnerships with public institutions, satellite classroom programs, or tuition assistance. The department reviews the plan and must approve it if it complies with the requirements. If the plan does not comply, the department must notify the university of the disapproval and the reason.

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Current
Education Committee
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Sponsors

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History

May 21, 2025

House

Referred to Education