Bill > S0540

This bill, titled the "College Competitiveness Act of 2018", establishes a State Board of Colleges to oversee and coordinate the Florida College System, which was previously under the State Board of Education. The bill transfers authority over the Florida College System from the State Board of Education to the new State Board of Colleges, including responsibility for regulating, controlling, and managing the Florida College System. The bill specifies the powers and duties of the State Board of Colleges, including adopting rules, setting performance-based metrics and funding for Florida College System institutions, approving new baccalaureate degree programs, and providing oversight and enforcement of compliance with laws and rules. The bill also provides additional funding for industry certification performance funding, the Supporting Students for Academic Success program, and the Florida College Performance-Based Incentive program for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the governance, mission, and responsibilities of the Florida College System by establishing a dedicated State Board of Colleges.

Budget and Finance, Education

Appropriations (S), Education (S)

http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/540