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OK HB2926
Bill
Status
2/1/2016
Primary Sponsor
Jason Dunnington
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AI Summary
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Creates the Oklahoma Community College Scholarship Program administered by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education for Oklahoma residents pursuing associate's degrees, certificates, or diplomas at eligible postsecondary institutions
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Covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees at two-year institutions or technology center schools, minus $50 student contribution and other gap support; students at four-year institutions receive the average two-year tuition amount minus $50 and gap support
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Requires students to enroll full-time in fall term following high school graduation, maintain a 2.0 GPA, complete FAFSA annually, and participate in mentoring and community service programs
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Eligibility ends after earning a diploma/associate's degree or after 2.5 years of attendance, with up to 6 months of approved medical or personal leave permitted
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Establishes the Oklahoma Community College Scholarship Trust Fund funded by legislative appropriations and public/private contributions, with trust fund prohibited from covering administrative expenses
Legislative Description
Higher education; creating the Oklahoma Community College Scholarship Act; effective date; emergency.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Appropriations and Budget
2/2/2016