Missouri · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 1617: Establishes the "Accountability for Low-Earning Outcome Degrees in Higher Education Act of 2026" to prohibit the allocation of state funds for low-earning outcome academic degree programs

In committee Last action March 10, 2026: Voted Do Pass S Education Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1617 is a bill introduced in the Missouri Senate on February 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Establishes the "Accountability for Low-Earning Outcome Degrees in Higher Education Act of 2026" to prohibit the allocation of state funds for low-earning outcome academic degree programs. Primary sponsor: Rick Brattin (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): Voted Do Pass S Education Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Rick Brattin (Republican).