AN ACT relating to the postsecondary education working group.

HB 276 revises Kentucky's public higher education funding model to tie state appropriations more directly to student outcomes. It requires public colleges and universities (including KCTCS and public universities) to receive funding based on metrics like degree completion rates, STEM credentials, and serving low-income or underrepresented students, with 40% of funds distributed this way. The bill also mandates the postsecondary education working group to meet every odd-numbered year to advise on implementation. This changes how state funds are allocated, prioritizing measurable student success over historical funding levels.