H8161

Establishes the Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Act.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Act.

The Higher Education Opportunities for Students with Disabilities Act allows students with disabilities, aged 18 to 22, to attend state colleges and universities using their foundation education aid. It provides reasonable accommodations and accessible formats for participating students. Students with severe intellectual disabilities, severe autism spectrum disorders, or other severe developmental disabilities can attend without needing to take standardized tests or meet certain academic requirements. Institutions must provide annual reports on student participation and outcomes.

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Where it stands

Current
Finance Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Apr 30

12:00 AM

House Finance Hearing

History

Apr 30

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 24

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Finance