HB 2323
An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in military educational programs, further providing for definitions, for eligibility, for certification of eligibility, for grants, for amount of grants, for limitations and for recoupment of grant payments.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically Title 51, which deals with military affairs. It clarifies definitions related to ‘eligible member’ and ‘promissory note’ within military educational programs. The bill establishes eligibility criteria for educational assistance grants, including service requirements for both Pennsylvania National Guard and reserve component members. It also outlines procedures for grant amounts, limitations, and how grant payments might be recouped if service obligations aren’t met, with provisions for forgiveness in certain circumstances.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘eligible member’ and ‘promissory note’ within military educational programs.
- Establishes eligibility criteria for educational assistance grants, including minimum service periods for Pennsylvania National Guard and reserve component members.
- Specifies additional eligibility criteria for full-time educational assistance grants, such as accepting a service obligation.
- Outlines procedures for recoupment of grant payments if service obligations are not fulfilled.
- Provides for forgiveness of recoupment in cases of death, discharge due to medical reasons not related to misconduct, or discharge at the convenience of the department.
- Addresses the retention of benefits for members discharged under certain conditions.
- Clarifies the process for certifying eligibility for both Pennsylvania National Guard and reserve component members.
- Details how grant amounts are determined and considers existing federal tuition assistance.
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