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Introduced
03/02/2021
03/02/2021
In Committee
03/22/2021
03/22/2021
Crossed Over
03/22/2021
03/22/2021
Passed
Dead
04/07/2021
04/07/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to higher education; creating the Wyoming's tomorrow scholarship program; providing eligibility requirements; providing for administration, including rulemaking authority; creating accounts and a permanent fund; requiring reports; providing for a continuous appropriation; amending a provision governing the Hathaway scholarship reserve account; amending a provision regarding permanent funds of the state; providing for a transfer of funds; providing when scholarships may first be awarded; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Wyoming's Tomorrow Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships to Wyoming residents who are 24 years of age or older, have not earned a bachelor's degree, demonstrate financial need, and are not eligible for the Hathaway Scholarship. The scholarships can provide up to $1,500 per semester for unmet financial need. The program is administered by the University of Wyoming and Wyoming community colleges, and funded through the newly created Wyoming's Tomorrow Scholarship Expenditure Account and Endowment Fund. The bill also amends provisions related to the Hathaway Scholarship Reserve Account and Endowment Fund.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Cathy Connolly (D)*,
Steve Harshman (R)*,
Chris Rothfuss (D)*,
Wendy Schuler (R)*,
Albert Sommers (R)*,
Jeff Wasserburger (R)*,
Last Action
S:Died in Committee Returned Bill Pursuant to SR 5-4 (on 04/07/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2021/HB0165 |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2021/Engross/HB0165.pdf |
| House Floor Amendment HB0165H3001 | https://wyoleg.gov/2021/Amends/HB0165H3001.pdf |
| House Floor Amendment HB0165H2001 | https://wyoleg.gov/2021/Amends/HB0165H2001.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2021/Introduced/HB0165.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2021/Fiscal/HB0165.pdf |
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