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FL S7030

Bill

Status

Failed

4/28/2015

Primary Sponsor

Higher Education

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities within the University of Central Florida to coordinate statewide implementation of postsecondary comprehensive transition programs (FPCTPs) for students with intellectual disabilities.

  • Creates the Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program Scholarship beginning in the 2015-2016 academic year for eligible students with intellectual disabilities enrolled in approved FPCTPs at state universities, Florida College System institutions, career centers, charter technical career centers, and qualifying independent colleges.

  • Requires eligible institutions to submit applications for FPCTP approval addressing federal requirements, credential offerings, experiential education practices, social and academic integration with nondisabled students, and business partnerships for employment opportunities.

  • Mandates annual reporting by institutions and the center on program performance indicators including student enrollment, retention, completion rates, and employment outcomes at 1 and 5 years after program completion.

  • Directs the Board of Governors and State Board of Education to adopt regulations in consultation with the center, and requires the center to submit statutory and budget recommendations by December 1 each year.

Legislative Description

Postsecondary Education for Students With Disabilities

Last Action

Died in Messages

4/28/2015

Committee Referrals

Appropriations3/5/2015
Appropriations Subcommittee on Education2/20/2015
Higher Education2/9/2015

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