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MO HB687

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2015

Primary Sponsor

Scott Fitzpatrick

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the existing prohibition that prevented students pursuing degrees in theology or divinity from receiving state financial assistance awards under Section 173.1104, RSMo

  • 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

  • Eligibility requirements remain unchanged: applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Missouri residents, and enrolled full-time as undergraduates

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Higher Education2/11/2015

Full Bill Text

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