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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to support access to vocational schools by creating MassReconnect, a scholarship program to provide financial assistance to students from the commonwealth. Higher Education.
AI Summary
This bill expands the MassReconnect scholarship program to include students enrolled in Practical Nursing Programs at Career/Vocational Technical Education Schools, in addition to those already studying at public community colleges. The bill modifies existing legislation by adding language that explicitly allows financial assistance for students in vocational nursing programs. This change aims to support access to higher education for commonwealth residents by providing scholarships to those pursuing practical nursing education at career and technical schools, which were previously not covered under the original MassReconnect program. By broadening the scope of eligible educational institutions, the bill seeks to create more opportunities for students to receive financial support while training for careers in the healthcare sector through vocational education pathways.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2698 (on 11/06/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S925 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S925.pdf |
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