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CT SB00035

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2021

Primary Sponsor

Committee on Children

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Origin

Senate

2021 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Commissioner of Children and Families must amend Department of Children and Families policy 25-2 by October 1, 2021 to expand eligibility for post-secondary education financial assistance.

  • Expands eligibility to include any individual adopted through the department's foster care program on or after January 1, 2001.

  • Eligible individuals must meet all other existing eligibility requirements of policy 25-2.

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

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 Senate to Committee on Appropriations

4/28/2021

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/28/2021
Joint Committee on Children1/8/2021

Full Bill Text

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