Continuation of Open Educational Resources Program

The bill extends the repeal date of the open educational resources grant program and the Colorado open educational resources council (council) from November 1, 2026, to November 1, 2031. The bill increases the membership of the council from 12 to 15 members.Under current law, the department of higher education prepares and submits an annual report regarding open educational resources in the state. The bill extends the requirement for this report from its current end date of December 1, 2026, to December 31, 2031.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)