Bill
HB 2236
Overview: HB 2236, Expanding and strengthening career and technical education core plus programs, became effective on June 6, 2024.Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is
Overview: HB 2236, Expanding and strengthening career and technical education core plus programs, became effective on June 6, 2024.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to expand and enhance the state's career and technical education (CTE) "core plus" programs, which provide students with industry-aligned technical training and certifications alongside their academic coursework.
Key Provisions:
- Increases state funding for CTE core plus program development and implementation
- Mandates that all public high schools offer at least two CTE core plus program options
- Establishes new industry advisory councils to guide the curriculum and standards of CTE core plus programs
- Requires the state education department to track and report on student enrollment and outcomes in CTE core plus programs
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill primarily affects public high school students, who will have increased access to industry-relevant CTE training and credentials. Employers in the state will also benefit from a larger pool of skilled technical workers produced by the expanded CTE programs.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 2236 became effective on June 6, 2024, meaning the provisions of the bill are now in force. The state education department and local school districts are responsible for implementing the new CTE core plus program requirements.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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