Bill
HB 6044
Overview: HB 6044, AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE ONWARD WE LEARN SCHOLARSHIP ACT, 05/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study, Introduced January 22, 2
Overview: HB 6044, AN ACT RELATING TO EDUCATION -- THE ONWARD WE LEARN SCHOLARSHIP ACT, 05/22/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study, Introduced January 22, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The Onward We Learn Scholarship Act aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students pursuing post-secondary education or workforce training programs. The goal is to increase access to higher education and skills development, particularly for underserved populations.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes the Onward We Learn Scholarship program, which will offer tuition assistance and living stipends to qualified applicants
- Eligibility criteria include financial need, academic achievement, and enrollment in an accredited college, university, or vocational program
- The scholarship program will be administered by the state's Department of Higher Education and funded through a combination of state appropriations and private donations
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Low-income and underrepresented students will have greater opportunities to pursue post-secondary education or workforce training
- Institutions of higher education and vocational programs may see increased enrollment and diversity among their student populations
- The state's workforce and economy could benefit from a more educated and skilled labor force
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been recommended by the committee to be held for further study, indicating the need for additional review and potential revisions
- If the bill is ultimately passed, the scholarship program would need to be implemented and funded before students can begin applying for and receiving awards
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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