MO HB2422

Establishes the "GED+ Program" within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, administered by the commissioner of education, focused on adult education and literacy programs that lead to GED certification and post-secondary education or high-wage employment opportunities.

Requires the state board of education to promulgate rules establishing measurable program standards, specifying student competencies in basic academic subjects, and requiring rigorous coursework with competency standards for vocational and technical education students.

Mandates the board of education develop a partnership plan with local business persons, labor leaders, and post-secondary representatives to identify at-risk students, provide intervention services, and outline transitioning and mentoring services for GED recipients entering post-secondary education and the workforce.

Authorizes the commissioner of education to establish reimbursement procedures for tuition costs at public community colleges or vocational/technical schools for students who complete at least 75 hours of adult education, pass the GED with a minimum score of 2,700 (no individual test below 410), and complete 50 hours of volunteer tutoring.

Requires the commissioner to develop an annual evaluation procedure for program effectiveness, with results reported to the governor, speaker of the house, and president pro tem of the senate.