New College Institute (938)

Authority:  Discretionary Inclusion.

A. It is the intent of the General Assembly that the New College Institute, the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research, and the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center coordinate their activities, both instructional and research, to the maximum extent possible to best meet the needs of the citizens of the region, to ensure effective utilization of resources, and to avoid unnecessary duplication.  The three entities shall report annually by October 1 to the Secretary of Education and the State Council of Higher Education and the Department of Planning and Budget on their joint efforts in this regard.

B. Out of this appropriation, $440,037 and four positions the first year, and $440,037 and four positions the second year from the general fund is designated to support the costs associated with the new manufacturing training facility. 

C. The requirements of § 4-5.05 shall not apply to this appropriation.