Virginia § 23.1-2905 - State Board; powers
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§ 23.1-2905. State Board; powers
In addition to the powers of governing boards of public institutions of higher education set forth in Chapter 13 (§ 23.1-1300 et seq.), the State Board may:
1. With the approval of the Governor, accept from any government or governmental department or agency or any public or private body or from any other source grants or contributions of money or property that the State Board may use for or in aid of any of its purposes;
2. Control and expend funds appropriated by law;
3. Fix tuition, mandatory fees, and other necessary charges;
4. Establish policies and guidelines providing for reduced tuition rates at comprehensive community colleges for employees of the System; and
5. Confer diplomas, certificates, and associate degrees.
1966, c. 679, §§ 23-218, 23-219; 1996, cc. 134, 486; 2006, c. 337; 2015, cc. 63, 86; 2016, c. 588.
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Section 23.1-2905 ("State Board; powers") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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