Bill > SB744

This bill ensures that national or regional accrediting agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDOE) as of January 1, 2025, will maintain their accreditation status until July 1, 2029, provided they continue to operate in substantially the same manner. Currently, many California laws require educational institutions and professional licensing applicants to be accredited by USDOE-recognized agencies, and this bill provides stability for these agencies by preventing sudden changes to their recognition status during this period. The bill applies to various sectors of higher education, including California Community Colleges, California State University, University of California, and independent institutions of higher education. Specifically, it amends the Business and Professions Code and the Education Code to codify this protection for accrediting agencies. The provisions will remain in effect until January 1, 2030, after which the special provisions will be repealed, returning to the standard accreditation recognition process. This approach aims to provide continuity and predictability for educational institutions and accrediting agencies during the specified timeframe.

Budget and Finance, Education

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