HB 3472
Relating to eligiblity for WV Invests Grant Program
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Bill overview
This bill modifies the West Virginia Invests Grant Program to allow individuals with an associate degree or certificate in emergency medical services to qualify for the grant. It maintains the existing eligibility requirements, including residency, completion of secondary education, and enrollment in an eligible post-secondary program. The bill also includes provisions for grant renewal, community service requirements, and repayment obligations if a recipient moves out of state within two years of completing their degree or certificate.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility to include individuals with an associate degree or certificate in emergency medical services.
- Maintains existing eligibility requirements: residency, secondary education completion, and post-secondary enrollment.
- Allows grant renewal until completion of the course of study.
- Requires community service participation (at least 8 hours) as part of grant renewal.
- Includes a repayment provision if a recipient resides outside West Virginia within two years of graduation.
- Mandates a drug test for grant recipients, with potential consequences for positive results.
- Requires grant recipients to enter into an agreement with the Vice Chancellor for Administration.
- Establishes an appeals procedure for repayment obligations.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Residents
- Students pursuing post-secondary education
- Emergency Medical Services Professionals
- Eligible Educational Institutions
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