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SF2753 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Cybersecurity offering as an applied doctoral degree authorization provision

Related bill: HF2610

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allow cybersecurity to be offered as an applied doctoral degree at state universities in Minnesota. This amendment seeks to address the growing demand for advanced expertise in cybersecurity, reflecting its significance in the modern digital world.

Main Provisions

  • The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to permit state universities to provide applied doctoral degrees in cybersecurity, alongside existing fields such as education, business, psychology, physical therapy, audiology, and nursing.
  • This change is part of a broader effort to adapt to evolving educational needs and ensure that Minnesota's public higher education institutions align with current societal and industry demands.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Previously, state universities in Minnesota offered applied doctoral degrees only in select fields like education and health-related areas. With this bill, cybersecurity will be officially recognized and added to the list of fields eligible for an applied doctoral level of study.
  • This adjustment acknowledges the distinctive missions of different types of public postsecondary institutions within Minnesota’s higher education system, promoting collaboration and modernization within these institutions.

Relevant Terms

cybersecurity, applied doctoral degree, state universities, higher education, Minnesota statutes, public postsecondary institutions, educational programs, academic missions, professional education.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toHigher Education
March 31, 2025SenateFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
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