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FL S0800

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/9/2015

Primary Sponsor

Appropriations

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires independent postsecondary institutions to disclose all fees and costs for program completion to prospective students at least one week before enrollment.

  • Creates annual accountability reporting requirement with graduation rates, retention rates, and placement rates; institutions must submit data by November 30 each year or face administrative fines up to $1,000.

  • Establishes "high performing" institution designation for those meeting or exceeding average graduation, retention, and placement rates of Florida universities, colleges, or career centers.

  • Requires institutions to post surety bonds or alternative financial security (cash escrow or letter of credit) not exceeding 50 percent of projected first-year revenue if they lack sufficient financial stability.

  • Creates Closed Institution Panel by October 1, 2016 to manage institutional closures, secure student records, and maintain educational programs for at least 30 days; upgrades unlawful closure penalty from second-degree to first-degree misdemeanor.

Legislative Description

Independent Postsecondary Educational Institutions

Last Action

Died on Calendar

3/11/2016

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/15/2016
Appropriations Subcommittee on Education1/27/2016
Higher Education11/19/2015

Full Bill Text

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