Relates to granting academic credit at city or state operated institutions to veterans

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Stacey Pheffer Amato and 1 co-sponsor

The bill would allow city- or state-operated colleges to grant academic credit for veterans' military service and training toward degrees.

REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION

Bill Summary: A 306 — Relates to granting academic credit at city or state operated institutions to veterans

Status and timeline

Introduced: January 8, 2025
Current status: Referred to the Higher Education Committee (listed twice in the legislative actions)
No further actions are listed in the provided information

Purpose and intent

The bill would establish a framework to grant academic credit to veterans for their military service and training at city- or state-operated institutions of higher education. The aim is typically to recognize learning gained in the military and apply it toward degree requirements, thereby potentially shortening time to degree and reducing cost for veterans. The exact criteria, processes, and limits are not detailed in the provided summary.

Key provisions (as inferred from the bill’s title and typical structure)

Authorization for city- or state-operated colleges and universities to grant academic credit for military experience and training.
Establishment of evaluation mechanisms (e.g., credit awarded for military coursework, training, or demonstrated competencies) and integration with degree curricula.
Procedures for veterans to request credit evaluation, including documentation such as military transcripts or additional assessments.
Any caps, types of eligible programs, or limitations on credit awards would be defined in the full text (not provided here).
Potential requirements for institutions to communicate credit decisions, maintain records, and report outcomes.

Who would be affected

Veterans seeking academic credit for military service/experiences at city- or state-operated higher education institutions.
Administrative offices at these institutions (registrars, academic advising, veterans services) responsible for evaluating and applying earned credits.
Academic programs and degree plans that could incorporate earned credits toward general education or major requirements.

Sponsorship

Related legislation

Prior-session related bills: S 3674, S 4233, S 3403, S 3950, S 2741, A 8255, A 2802

Notes and next steps

The provided information does not include the bill text, fiscal impact, or implementing regulations. To understand the full scope, criteria, and potential costs, review the official bill text and any committee reports or fiscal notes on the state legislature’s website. This will clarify eligibility, credit limits, affected programs, and implementation timelines if enacted.