Bill > HB2911

This bill modifies the Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Act by expanding the definition of "public safety personnel" to include jail or detention center personnel, juvenile officers, and probation officers, and clarifies that "tuition" covers various mandatory fees but not living expenses or books. It allows public safety personnel with at least six years of service, and their legal dependents with at least ten years of service from the personnel, to receive tuition awards of up to 100% of resident tuition at Missouri institutions of higher education for degrees or certifications in specific fields, provided they meet admission requirements, have not earned a bachelor's degree, and have applied for all other available federal and state financial aid first. The awards can be received for up to five years or until 120 credit hours are completed, and a dedicated fund is established to support these awards, with specific priority given to those serving in high-crime areas or with more years of service if funds are insufficient.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2911&year=2026&code=R