SB234 Summary

• Amends Alabama Code Sections 34-21-60 through 34-21-63 relating to graduate degree scholarships for nurses, updating the fiscal year reference from 1978 to 2010.

• Increases maximum scholarship amount from $3,800 per year to $10,000 per year for eligible applicants.

• Requires applicants to agree to practice nursing in Alabama for at least two years after completing their graduate degree, increased from one year.

• Clarifies eligibility requirements including Alabama residency for one year, good character, active nursing license, acceptance to an accredited Alabama graduate nursing program, and possession of a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited institution.

• Allows scholarships for master's or doctorate degrees in nursing, as well as doctorate degrees in education if applicant holds a graduate degree in nursing, with preference given to those pursuing careers in nursing education.