Requires the statewide director of math, science, and technology (STEM) to work with the state board for community and technical colleges to develop high-demand applied baccalaureate programs that align with high quality secondary STEM programs and career and technical education programs.

Requires the state board for community and technical colleges to select community or technical colleges to develop and offer two programs that support the continuation of high quality STEM programs or career and technical education programs offered to students in kindergarten through twelfth grade who are prepared and aspire to continue in these high-demand areas in college and the workforce.