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Yahoo
22-04-2025
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Local State Senator authors bill to change higher education
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— A new bill written by Senator Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) has been voted through 39-3 on April 17 and now heads to the governor's desk. Senate Enrolled Act 448 (SEA 448) is stated to strengthen the Indiana Commission on Higher Education in its ability to approve programs at public colleges and universities, and review new and existing degree programs to ensure both growth in enrollment and connectivity to workforce demands. SEA 448 will also allow the Indiana Secretary of Education to be more diligent in creating what the bill refers to as 'stackable' credentials. This would allow students to earn multiple credentials at once for completing courses that have overlapping requirements. Terre Haute Symphony's long-time conductor honored by Senate 'This bill places the success of our future workforce at the forefront of Indiana's post-secondary education system,' Goode said. 'I am optimistic that this legislation and its added measures will be pivotal in offering our students the pathways they need to feel prepared in a constantly changing economy.' If you are in Indiana State Senate District 38, Senator Goode encouraged residents to contact him with any questions or comments. You can contact Senator Goode by filling out a form at this link or by calling 800-382-9467. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-02-2025
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Sen. Goode's higher education bill clears Indiana Senate
A higher education bill by state Sen. Greg Goode, R-Terre Haute, this week cleared the Senate on a 48-1 vote. Goode says Senate Bill 448 would empower the Indiana Commission on Higher Education to play a more active role in the strategic growth of public colleges and universities, calling for commission review and approval on degree programs. It also would require the Indiana Secretary of Education to review and approve more robust 'stackable' credentials to better serve Indiana workforce needs, says Goode. By streamlining the benefits of stackable degrees and certificates, this bill would benefit students, creating an opportunity for them to earn multiple credentials at once when completing courses with overlapping requirements, the senator said in a news release. He said the bill also introduces stronger transparency by requiring enrollment reports for both in-state and out-of-state students, including international students. SB 448 now moves to the Indiana House. Senate District 38 constituents can contact Goode by filling out a 'Contact Me' form online at or at 800-382-9467.
