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MO HB687
Bill
Status
1/26/2015
Primary Sponsor
Scott Fitzpatrick
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AI Summary
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Removes the existing prohibition that prevented students pursuing degrees in theology or divinity from receiving state financial assistance awards under Section 173.1104, RSMo
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Students enrolled in theology or divinity programs would become eligible for the same state financial aid available to other full-time undergraduate students at approved public or private institutions
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Eligibility requirements remain unchanged: applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Missouri residents, and enrolled full-time as undergraduates
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Financial assistance can be renewed up to ten semesters or fifteen quarters, with recipients required to maintain a 2.5 GPA for renewal
Legislative Description
Specifies that any benefits afforded to students enrolled at an institution of higher education must be afforded to students enrolled at a theological or divinity school
Last Action
Public Hearing Scheduled, Bill not Heard (H)
4/21/2015