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OK HB2926

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jason Dunnington

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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