Phoenix, Arizona
appropriations; UA south
campus programs
Purpose
Appropriates $500,000 in
each of FY 2001-2002 and FY 2002-2003 from the state general fund to the
University of Arizona for expanding the south campus access learning center.
Background
Cochise College and the
College of Nursing, University of Arizona South are entering into an
educational partnership to address the shortage of nurses with advanced
training in the health care community of southern Arizona. In addressing the
need for trained nurses. The program combines on-site and interactive
television courses with faculty and support personnel. S.B. 1508 provides
funding for student and faculty technology and travel costs for training
students in under-served rural communities.
S.B. appropriates $500,000
in each of FY 2001-2002 and FY 2002-2003 from the state general fund to the
University of Arizona for expanding the south campus access learning center.
Provisions
1.
Appropriates
$500,000 in each of FY 2001-2002 and FY 2002-2003 from the state general fund
to the University of Arizona for expanding the south campus access learning
center. Exempts the appropriation from lapsing.
2.
Provides
for a general effective date.
Prepared by Senate Staff
February 13, 2001