HB05159

Connecticut HB05159 establishes a journalism fellowship program for graduates of public institutions of higher education.

Connecticut HB05159 creates a journalism fellowship program to fund at least twelve positions at local news organizations. The Office of Higher Education will establish the program, specifying minimum requirements and eligibility. Fellowships will be awarded to graduates of journalism programs at public institutions in the state, who must also interview with and be approved by the local news organization. Fellowships will be funded by the Commissioner of Higher Education.