Pennsylvania Statutes Title 24 P.S. Education § 19-1902-D. Powers and duties of Secretary of Education

(a) For anyone submitting an application to establish a community education council after June 30, 1998, the secretary shall either approve or disapprove such application prior to the council being eligible to receive State funding. The application shall include an education plan, a statistical assessment of the student service area and the educational needs thereof and a demonstration of fiscal support and stability.

(b) The secretary may revoke the approval of a council if the council fails to meet the criteria established under this section. The approval of a council shall remain in effect unless revoked by the secretary.