A05542Introduced in the Assembly
Updates the admission criteria for the science and technology entry program and collegiate science and technology entry program to consider whether a student is a member of an ethnic group that is underrepresented in the eligible profession they are pursuing.
Introduced by Alicia Hyndman, District 29
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Updates the admission criteria for the science and technology entry program and collegiate science and technology entry program to consider whether a student is a member of an ethnic group that is underrepresented in the eligible profession they are pursuing.
Where it stands
referred to higher education
January 7, 2026
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Bill history
referred to higher education
amend and recommit to higher education
print number 5542a
referred to higher education
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