The board approved R277‑701, the rule governing early college programs, on second and final reading by a vote of 14‑1. Chair Earl presented the motion and asked for a vote after staff confirmed the item contained updated language but no substantive amendments.

Why it matters: The rule continues the stateearly college program framework with updated language. Staff said the changes were largely editorial and clarified program language rather than creating new program requirements.

Vote and dissent: The motion carried 14‑1; Member Boggess recorded the sole no vote. The board recorded the motion as a second and final reading and moved the rule into effect according to the board’s rule‑adoption timeline.

Process notes: Chair Earl confirmed there were no formal amendments to the draft on the floor; staff had addressed capitalization and other non‑substantive edits. No extended discussion or public comment was recorded during the floor vote.

What happens next: The rule moves forward as approved on second and final reading.