If the board finds that the classification petitioned for would further the educational interests of the state, more nearly equalize the educational opportunities in certain phases of technical education to persons in this state who are of the age and maturity to pursue study in preparation for entering the labor market, be of potential benefit to persons in all communities of the state, and is otherwise in accordance with the plans of the board, the board may recommend that the Legislature approve the petition.

Source: SL 2017, ch 81, § 32.