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PA HB840
Bill
Status
3/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Webster
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AI Summary
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Amends the Targeted Industry Cluster Certificate Scholarship Program to expand eligibility from certificate courses to broader "programs of study" administered by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency
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Expands eligible programs to include education programs taking two or fewer years to complete, or up to four years as determined by the agency
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Adds specific healthcare bachelor's degree programs as eligible: nursing (BSN), public health (BA/BS), community health (BA/BS), and pre-physician-assistant education programs
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Requires the Department of Education to consult with the Department of Labor and Industry to identify programs addressing immediate workforce needs
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for Targeted Industry Cluster Certificate Scholarship Program.
Last Action
Referred to Education
3/10/2025