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WY HB0017

WY HB0017
Career technical education equipment grants amendments.


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Introduced
01/14/2025
In Committee
02/14/2025
Crossed Over
01/20/2025
Passed
02/20/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
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)

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