Bill > SB108

This bill revises the Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program to expand eligibility to workforce development programs, which include accredited and nonaccredited certifications or standalone training, and clarifies definitions for terms like "educational expenses" and "workforce development program." The program's annual appropriation remains at $10 million but will be reevaluated annually to match higher education cost changes, with assistance now being provided at the beginning of the academic period rather than the end, and the maximum benefit is capped at the median cost of tuition per term for public four-year institutions. The bill also introduces new eligibility requirements, such as completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) unless the student is in high school, and requires active members to sign a promissory note for repayment if they become ineligible. Additionally, it clarifies that members disqualified solely for medical reasons with a significant disability rating are exempt from repayment, and repeals a previous section related to tuition reimbursement qualifications.

Military Affairs and Security

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