Texas HB1705 amends the Education Code to redefine "recognized accrediting agency" and establish new accreditation requirements for certain.

Texas HB1705 amends the Education Code to redefine "recognized accrediting agency" to include any association or organization designated by the board. It mandates that public junior colleges offering baccalaureate degree programs submit a report to the coordinating board, detailing a long-term financial plan for accreditation, faculty recruitment strategies, program delivery methods, and existing articulation agreements.

Texas HB1705 amends the Education Code to redefine "recognized accrediting agency" and establish new accreditation requirements for certain.

Texas HB1705 amends the Education Code to redefine "recognized accrediting agency" to include any association or organization designated by the board. It mandates that public junior colleges offering baccalaureate degree programs submit a report to the coordinating board, detailing a long-term financial plan for accreditation, faculty recruitment strategies, program delivery methods, and existing articulation agreements.