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HB 414

Two-Year college Transfer Grant, etc.; eligibility.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Cole and 4 co-sponsors

HB 414 modifies Virginia's Two-Year College Transfer Grant eligibility requirements to expand community college student access to four-year degree completion funding.

Approved by Governor-Chapter 135 (effective 7/1/2026)
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Bill Summary · HB 414

Legislative bill overview

HB 414 establishes or modifies eligibility requirements for a Two-Year College Transfer Grant program in Virginia. The bill has advanced through the House with substantial support (79-19 vote) and is now under review by the Committee on Education and Health. The specific eligibility criteria and program details are not detailed in the action summary provided.

Why this is important

Transfer grant programs directly impact college affordability and access to four-year degrees for students attending community colleges. Such legislation affects both individual student finances and Virginia's workforce development by influencing how many students can complete bachelor's degrees and enter higher-wage employment sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Whether the program is funded through new appropriations, reallocation of existing education funds, or cost-sharing with institutions
  • Eligibility criteria specifics: Potential restrictions based on income, GPA, program of study, or prior academic performance that could include or exclude certain student populations
  • Transfer pathway definition: How "transfer-ready" status is determined and whether all Virginia community college students qualify or only those meeting specific benchmarks

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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