AZ SB1716

Appropriates $10,327,800 from the state general fund in fiscal year 2024-2025 to Maricopa County Community College District for science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and workforce programs.

Requires Maricopa County Community College District to prioritize funding first to Estrella Mountain Community College and Glendale Community College for health care programs including nursing and allied health.

Directs remaining Maricopa County funds to other district colleges for programs in high-need workforce areas of health care, technology, and manufacturing.

Appropriates an unspecified amount from the state general fund in fiscal year 2024-2025 to Pima County Community College District for STEM and workforce programs (dollar amount left blank in bill).

Requires Pima County Community College District to distribute funds for programs in high-need workforce areas of health care, technology, and manufacturing.