HB716 Making an appropriation for the dual and concurrent enrollment program.
Making an appropriation for the dual and concurrent enrollment program.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
High school students who participate can earn college credits at reduced or no cost, potentially lowering total college expenses for families and reducing time to degree completion.
Your Community
Community colleges gain resources to expand dual/concurrent enrollment capacity, and secondary schools benefit from partnerships that provide college-level curriculum access to their students.
Your Freedom
Bill has no direct impact on individual rights or local control; it is a funding mechanism for an existing program under RSA 188-E:26.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 P. 72
Sponsor
Roderick Ladd (R)
The Short Version
This bill appropriates $5 million total ($2.5 million per year for two years) to New Hampshire's community college system to fund scholarships and program support for dual and concurrent enrollment, allowing high school students to earn college credits. The funding comes from the state's general fund and expands access to college-level coursework for eligible secondary students.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ High school students eligible for and enrolled in dual and concurrent enrollment programs
- ▲ Families seeking to reduce college costs
- ▲ New Hampshire community colleges receiving dedicated funding
- ▲ Secondary schools partnering in dual enrollment initiatives
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Taxpayers funding the $5 million appropriation from the state general fund
Bill statuses as of October 7, 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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