OER state policy tracker

Open educational resources (OER) has increasingly become a go-to strategy for legislators seeking to make college education more affordable and effective. More than half of all U.S. states have considered OER legislation in past years, and the trend continues as more leaders recognize the benefits of open educational resources and practices. OER-Related Policy Tracking: Current Legislative Session Updated weekly during the legislative season, this page tracks the latest state-by-state policy activity relevant to the SPARC community. Click states highlighted in red to view current activity, and see the list below for existing policies. Note that page is for tracking purposes only and being listed does not imply endorsement.