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PA HB794
PA HB794In community colleges, further providing for definitions, for powers and duties of State Board of Education and for degrees.
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Introduced
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
In Committee
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in community colleges, further providing for definitions, for powers and duties of State Board of Education and for degrees.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to expand the definition and capabilities of community colleges in Pennsylvania. Specifically, the bill allows community colleges to offer four-year programs in addition to their traditional two-year programs, updates the State Board of Education's powers to include oversight of these expanded four-year programs, and modifies degree-granting authorities. The bill explicitly enables community college boards of trustees to offer a baccalaureate of science degree in nursing to students who either already have or are pursuing an associate degree in nursing. By broadening the scope of community colleges, the legislation provides more educational pathways and opportunities for students seeking post-secondary education, particularly in technical and nursing fields. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment, giving community colleges time to prepare for the expanded program offerings and degree options.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (16)
Kristin Marcell (R)*,
Lisa Borowski (D),
Joe Ciresi (D),
Scott Conklin (D),
Bob Freeman (D),
Nancy Guenst (D),
Joe Hogan (R),
Carol Kazeem (D),
Tarik Khan (D),
Andrew Kuzma (R),
Ed Neilson (D),
Danielle Otten (D),
Kathy Rapp (R),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Arvind Venkat (D),
Perry Warren (D),
Last Action
Referred to Professional Licensure (on 03/03/2025)
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