HB 1278 Introduced

Concerning the role of students on the governing boards of institutions of higher education.

Last action: 2026-01-12 — By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

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Official Description

Concerning the role of students on the governing boards of institutions of higher education.

Bill Details

Bill Number
HB 1278
Current Status
Introduced
Sponsors
Gerry Pollet, Mari Leavitt, Osman Salahuddin, Alex Ramel, Julia Reed, Roger Goodman, Shaun Scott, Greg Nance, Nicole Macri, Tarra Simmons
Introduced
2025-01-14
Chamber
House
Current Committee
Postsecondary Education & Workforce

Bill History

  • 2025-01-14 First reading, referred to Postsecondary Education & Workforce.
  • 2025-01-22 Public hearing in the House Committee on Postsecondary Education & Workforce at 1:30 PM.
  • 2025-01-28 Executive session scheduled, but no action was taken in the House Committee on Postsecondary Education & Workforce at 1:30 PM.
  • 2026-01-12 By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

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