SB 5525
Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission for certain biennial expenses.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
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(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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Support
100%
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allocates funds from the state’s General Fund to the Higher Education Coordinating Commission for various expenses related to public higher education in Oregon. Specifically, it provides appropriations for programs and operations, public university operations, community college support, grant programs like the Oregon Opportunity Grant and Oregon Promise, and debt service on bonds issued for universities and colleges. The bill also establishes maximum limits for expenditures from lottery moneys and certain federal funds.
Key provisions
- Allocates $96.61 million for Higher Education Coordinating Commission programs and operations.
- Provides $1.069 billion for public university operations and student support.
- Designates $858.97 million for the Community College Support Fund.
- Approves $231.67 million for the Oregon Opportunity Grant.
- Authorizes $47.29 million for Oregon Promise grants.
- Sets aside $26.03 million for the Oregon Tribal Student Grant.
- Allocates $5.52 million for Oregon National Guard tuition assistance.
- Provides $146.48 million for Oregon Health and Science University education programs.
Who is affected
- Higher Education Coordinating Commission
- Oregon Public Universities
- Oregon Community Colleges
- Students in Oregon
- State taxpayers
Notable changes
- Establishes maximum limits for lottery money expenditures for debt service on university bonds.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
Supporters of increased funding for higher education emphasize the importance of addressing unaffordable textbooks and investing in programs that promote student success, economic growth, and workforce development. They advocate for stable and sustainable funding to improve retention and graduation rates, as well as support for vulnerable students, Open Oregon Educational Resources, and community colleges. Personal stories highlight the transformative impact of higher education on individuals and families, with many testifiers sharing their own experiences of overcoming barriers to access and achieving economic mobility. The importance of investing in Oregon's community colleges, workforce development programs, and public service initiatives is also emphasized, with a focus on addressing skilled workforce shortages, promoting rural healthcare, and supporting Indigenous students. Overall, supporters argue that increased funding for higher education will have a positive impact on the state's economy, workforce, and communities.
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