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WV SB445
WV SB445Adding Potomac State College as eligible institution for participation in Learn and Earn Program
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
Crossed Over
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Passed
Dead
03/14/2026
03/14/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to create a program to include Potomac State College of West Virginia University as an eligible institution for participation in the "Learn and Earn Program". The bill removes reference to the program being a "pilot" program.
AI Summary
This bill amends the "Learn and Earn Program" in West Virginia by making Potomac State College of West Virginia University an eligible institution to participate, removing the previous designation of the program as a "pilot" and its associated end dates, and ensuring that the program is no longer limited to a specific academic year timeframe. The Learn and Earn Program is a cooperative education initiative designed to help West Virginians access high-wage technical programs by allowing them to work for participating employers while attending community and technical college, with employers required to provide a dollar-for-dollar cash match for student salaries.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
To House Education (on 01/30/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Higher Education
- ‐ Vocational Education
Labor and Employment
- ‐ Employment Training and Workforce Development
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=445&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill | 01/16/2026 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb445%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=445 | 01/16/2026 |
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