Legislators direct HECC to study Oregon's postsecondary system amid funding and enrollment concerns
House Bill 4,124 tasks the Higher Education Coordinating Commission with a statewide study of Oregon's higher-education structure and recommendations by Dec. 1, 2026. Supporters said the study is needed to address underfunding and enrollment declines; HECC said it is neutral and expects constrained outreach given the timeline.
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House Bill 4,124 would require the Higher Education Coordinating Commission to evaluate Oregon's postsecondary education system and submit recommendations for a sustainable framework by Dec. 1, 2026. Staff told the committee the measure declares an emergency and takes effect on passage.
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