HB 23-1093

House Bill 23-1093, which has been approved by the governor and will take effect on August 7, 2023, expands sabbatical opportunities for staff in management or similar roles at Colorado higher education institutions. Previously, only faculty members could take sabbaticals with their institution's approval. Now, eligible staff can also benefit from these breaks to pursue professional development or other enriching activities. This change impacts both the staff who qualify and the institutions that employ them by providing more opportunities for growth and renewal beyond just teaching positions.

Official Summary

Current law allows higher education faculty to take a sabbatical if the governing board of the institution where the faculty member works approves the sabbatical. The act extends sabbatical opportunities to staff of an institution of higher education who serve in a management position or similar capacity. APPROVED by Governor April 10, 2023 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2023 NOTE: This act was passed without a safety clause and takes effect 90 days after sine die. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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