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This bill modifies Kentucky's Dual Credit Scholarship Program and Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship Program to expand and clarify dual credit course opportunities for high school students. The bill requires approved dual credit courses to be part of the statewide general education core and now includes career and technical education courses that lead to industry-recognized credentials. Scholarships will now be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis by application date, removing previous prioritization of senior students. The bill eliminates the previous requirement that students return 50 percent of scholarship funds if they do not successfully complete a course. High school students can now receive scholarships for up to two career and technical education dual credit courses per academic year and two general education dual credit courses during their junior and senior years. The bill also updates reporting requirements for the scholarship programs, ensuring that the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority provides annual reports on student participation, credits earned, and program outcomes. These changes aim to make dual credit courses more accessible and supportive for Kentucky high school students seeking to earn college credits and prepare for future educational and career opportunities.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb193.html