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CA SB790

Postsecondary education: postsecondary education coordinating entity: interstate reciprocity agreements for distance education: out-of-state postsecondary educational institutions.


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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
05/23/2025
Crossed Over
06/02/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Sections 94801.5, 94850.5, and 94897 of, and to repeal and add Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 66900) of Part 40 of Division 5 of Title 3 of, the Education Code, relating to postsecondary education.

AI Summary

This bill eliminates the California Postsecondary Education Commission (CPEC) and requires the Governor to designate a state agency as the principal coordinating entity for postsecondary education. The bill authorizes the Governor to enter into interstate reciprocity agreements for distance education, which would allow out-of-state educational institutions to operate in California under certain conditions. Starting January 1, 2028, any public or private entity offering degree programs through distance education to California students must either be approved under an interstate reciprocity agreement or register with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. The designated coordinating entity will have responsibilities including implementing the Master Plan for Career Education, coordinating intersegmental state policies, and serving as a portal for interstate education agreements. The bill establishes detailed requirements for entering into these agreements, including protecting student interests, maintaining consumer protection standards, and ensuring that participating institutions can be investigated and held accountable for complaints. Additionally, the bill updates registration and operational requirements for out-of-state educational institutions, ensuring they provide comprehensive information about their accreditation, legal history, and institutional practices when seeking to operate in California.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk. (on 06/03/2025)

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