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KS HB2402
Bill
Status
3/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Appropriations
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AI Summary
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Creates a 17-member Blue Ribbon Commission on Higher Education to study and make recommendations on Kansas higher education, with members appointed by legislative leaders, the governor, Board of Regents, and education associations
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Commission must examine long-term goals, governing structure, financing, consolidation options, accessibility, affordability, enrollment strategies, and "right-sizing" of state universities, community colleges, and technical colleges
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Requires a preliminary report to the legislature by January 1, 2026, and a final report by January 1, 2027, with member terms expiring January 1, 2027
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Commission requires 9 members for a quorum and may meet anywhere in Kansas; members receive expenses, mileage, and subsistence paid by the Board of Regents
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Staff support provided by the Board of Regents, Office of Revisor of Statutes, Legislative Research Department, and Division of Legislative Administrative Services
Legislative Description
Creating the blue ribbon commission on higher education to study and set long-term goals for higher education in the state of Kansas and requiring the submission of reports to the legislature.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Education
3/19/2025