An Act relative to education or training activities for purposes of meeting the Department of Transitional Assistance work requirement
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill modifies the requirements for individuals receiving assistance from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) to meet their work requirements. It specifically allows applicants pursuing certain master’s degrees to count these education activities towards fulfilling the DTA’s work requirement. The bill aims to provide greater flexibility for individuals seeking advanced education while still maintaining their eligibility for DTA benefits.
Key provisions
- Allows master’s degree programs to be counted towards meeting DTA work requirements.
- Applies to applicants seeking specific master’s degrees.
- Maintains the DTA’s overall work requirement for recipients.
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving benefits from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)
- Applicants for DTA benefits
- Students pursuing master’s degrees
Notable changes
- Expands the types of education activities that can be counted towards work requirements.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsors
Edward R. Philips
William C. Galvin
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