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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
Crossed Over
01/20/2025
01/20/2025
Passed
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/24/2025
02/24/2025
Introduced Session
2025 General Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT relating to career technical education equipment grants for K-12 public school districts; increasing the maximum grant award; reducing the years required to expend funds for grant eligibility; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Wyoming's career and technical education (CTE) equipment grants program by increasing the maximum annual grant award from $50,000 to $75,000 per school district and reducing the expenditure review period from five school years to two school years. The changes aim to provide more financial support for CTE programs in K-12 public school districts. Districts applying for these grants must submit applications by June 30, detailing their plans for using the funds to purchase supplies, materials, and equipment for CTE programs. The Department of Education will review applications and notify districts of grant awards by August 15, with a preference given to districts that have not received a grant in the recent past. The additional funding will help schools modernize and improve their technical education resources, supporting students' skill development in vocational and technical fields. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, allowing schools to plan and prepare for the enhanced grant opportunities.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Education (Joint)
Last Action
Assigned Chapter Number 14 (on 02/24/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/HB0017 |
| Analysis - Summary as Passed | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2025/Summaries/HB0017.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2025/Enroll/HB0017.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2025/Introduced/HB0017.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.wyoleg.gov/2025/Fiscal/HB0017.pdf |
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