Bill
SB 25-316
Overview: SB 25-316, Auraria Higher Education Center Appropriations, was signed into law by the Governor. It was introduced on April 25, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill appropria
Overview: SB 25-316, Auraria Higher Education Center Appropriations, was signed into law by the Governor. It was introduced on April 25, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill appropriates additional funding to the Auraria Higher Education Center, which is a shared campus in the state that houses three public universities: the University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver.
Key Provisions:
- Allocates $25 million in additional state funding to the Auraria Higher Education Center for the 2025-2026 fiscal year
- Specifies that the funds must be used to support campus infrastructure improvements, technology upgrades, and enhanced student services
- Requires the Auraria Higher Education Center to submit a detailed spending plan and progress reports to the state legislature
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill directly benefits the three universities and their students by providing additional resources to improve the shared campus facilities and services. It is intended to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for students attending the Auraria Higher Education Center.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been signed into law by the Governor and the appropriated funds will be available starting in the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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