HB 3311
Removes the limitation on the types of degrees that may be offered by Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University and Eastern Oregon University.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Higher Education and Workforce Development
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Bill overview
This bill removes a restriction on the types of degrees that Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, and Eastern Oregon University can offer. It amends Oregon Revised Statute 352.089 to remove a specific limitation previously in place regarding degree offerings by these universities. The changes relate to the universities’ mission statements, academic program changes, and funding requests.
Key provisions
- Removes a limitation on degree types offered by Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, and Eastern Oregon University.
- Amends ORS 352.089 to remove a specific restriction on academic program changes.
- Requires public universities to submit significant changes in academic programs to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission for review.
- Establishes a process for the Higher Education Coordinating Commission to review and approve academic program changes.
- Mandates the submission of consolidated funding requests from public universities to the Governor annually.
- Allows public universities to request funding for various purposes, including education, operations, and capital improvements.
- Outlines a process for public universities to request the issuance of state bonds.
- Requires public universities to respond to data requests from the Legislative Assembly.
Who is affected
- Western Oregon University
- Southern Oregon University
- Eastern Oregon University
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