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IA SF309
Bill
Status
2/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tom Shipley
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AI Summary
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Establishes a tuition grant program for dependents of veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability ratings, administered by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission
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Eligible students must be Iowa residents under age 27, claimed as dependents on the veteran's tax return, enrolled in a state Board of Regents institution or community college, and making satisfactory academic progress
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Full-time students may receive up to $10,000 annually or actual tuition and fees (whichever is less) for up to 8 semesters; part-time students receive prorated grants for up to 12 semesters
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Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and require annual reapplication by eligible students
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Appropriates $500,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education for FY 2025-2026 to establish the program fund, with unused balances carrying over to subsequent fiscal years
Legislative Description
A bill for an act establishing the dependent of a disabled veteran tuition grant program within the college student aid commission and making appropriations.
Last Action
Subcommittee recommends passage.
2/20/2025