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CT HB07099

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • Fellowships must include mentorship from experienced journalists and editors, direct work experience, and professional networking opportunities

  • Fellowship funding amounts to be determined by the Commissioner of Higher Education

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Appropriations3/13/2025
Higher Education and Employment Advancement2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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