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CT HB07099
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee
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AI Summary
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Office of Higher Education must establish a journalism fellowship program funding at least 12 fellowships annually at local Connecticut news organizations, beginning fiscal year 2025-2026
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Eligibility requires graduating from a journalism degree program at a Connecticut public institution of higher education and being approved by the participating local news organization
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Fellowships must include mentorship from experienced journalists and editors, direct work experience, and professional networking opportunities
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Fellowship funding amounts to be determined by the Commissioner of Higher Education
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Office of Higher Education must post program details, requirements, available fellowships, and application form on its website by September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
An Act Funding Journalism Fellowships For Graduates Of Public Institutions Of Higher Education.
Last Action
Favorable Change of Reference, Senate to Committee on Appropriations
3/19/2025