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MS SB2522
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates the UPSKILL Mississippi Grant Program providing tuition-free access to workforce-aligned certificate and associate degree programs at Mississippi public community colleges for adults age 24 and older
- Grant covers remaining tuition and fees after other financial aid plus a $500 annual book/materials stipend, administered by the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid
- Recipients must be Mississippi residents for at least 2 years, U.S. citizens or permanent residents, enrolled at least half-time in eligible programs aligned with priority occupations identified by Accelerate MS (Office of Workforce Development)
- Community colleges must provide support services including assigned advisors contacting students 3 times per term, career integration, enrollment in Mississippi Works, and up to $250 per term in emergency aid/childcare/transportation assistance
- Implementation phases in with a limited pilot starting Spring 2027, full pilot in 2027-2028, and full implementation in 2028-2029
Legislative Description
UPSKILL Mississippi Grant Program; create.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Universities and Colleges2/16/2026
Universities and Colleges1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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