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CT HB05682

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2019

Primary Sponsor

Committee on Children

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commissioner of Children and Families shall amend Department of Children and Families policy 25-2 by October 1, 2019 to expand eligibility for post-secondary education financial assistance.

  • Expanded eligibility includes individuals adopted through the department's foster care program between January 1, 2001 and December 31, 2004.

  • Assistance recipients must meet all other existing eligibility requirements of the policy.

  • Financial assistance provided shall not exceed the individual's demonstrated financial need as determined by the Federal Student Aid Office of the United States Department of Education.

  • Act becomes effective July 1, 2019.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Financial Assistance For Post-secondary Education Expenses For Certain Individuals Adopted Through The Department Of Children And Families Foster Care Program.

Last Action

Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations

4/2/2019

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/2/2019
Joint Committee on Children1/22/2019

Full Bill Text

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