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This bill aims to clarify and expand the dual enrollment program in Florida. The key provisions include: - Allowing students enrolled in home education programs to participate in dual enrollment programs. - Prohibiting district school boards and Florida College System institutions from denying students who meet eligibility requirements from participating in dual enrollment, except if the institution lacks capacity. - Establishing the Dual Enrollment Scholarship Program to cover tuition and instructional materials costs for private school and home education students participating in dual enrollment. - Amending the requirements for "early college" programs, which allow high school students to earn college credits. - Providing additional funding incentives for students who complete dual enrollment general education core courses or earn an associate degree through dual enrollment. - Expanding the types of independent colleges and universities that can participate in dual enrollment and early admission programs. - Requiring additional reporting and articulation agreements related to dual enrollment programs. Overall, this bill is intended to make dual enrollment more accessible and financially viable for a wider range of Florida students.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1246