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KS SB78
Bill
AI Summary
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Postsecondary institutions must regularly review accreditation policies and by December 31, 2025, identify all U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agencies eligible to accredit them and update policies to allow pursuit of accreditation from any appropriate agency
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Accrediting agencies are prohibited from compelling postsecondary institutions to violate state law, and any adverse action against an institution based on compliance with state law constitutes a violation enforceable through civil action in Kansas courts
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Institutions negatively affected by accreditor violations must notify the legislature in writing within 30 calendar days
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Updates multiple Kansas statutes to replace specific references to the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools with broader language recognizing any accrediting agency listed in the U.S. Department of Education database
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Applies to state educational institutions, private postsecondary institutions, municipal universities, community colleges, and qualifying not-for-profit institutions with main campuses in Kansas
Legislative Description
Requiring postsecondary educational institutions to regularly review and update accreditation policies, prohibiting accrediting agencies from compelling such institutions to violate state law and providing a cause of action for violations thereof.
Last Action
Senate Approved by Governor on Wednesday, March 26, 2025
4/10/2025