HB 24-1278

House Bill 24-1278, which has been signed into law and will take effect on September 1, 2024, plans to end the Concurrent Enrollment Advisory Board by September 1, 2027. Before its dissolution, the board must work with several state education departments to support programs that help first-generation students, low-income students, and students of color enroll in concurrent enrollment programs. This bill affects these advisory board operations and the educational opportunities for targeted student groups in Colorado. Once effective, the law will begin the process of reviewing and potentially discontinuing the board's functions over the next few years.

Official Summary

The act repeals the concurrent enrollment advisory board (advisory board) on September 1, 2027. Prior to the repeal, the department of regulatory agencies will conduct a sunset review and make recommendations concerning its continuation. The act requires the advisory board to work with the department of education, department of higher education, and the community college system that supports the enrollment of first-generation students, low-income students, and students of color in concurrent enrollment programs. APPROVED by Governor June 3, 2024 EFFECTIVE September 1, 2024(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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