HB05419

An Act Requiring The Department Of Children And Families To Expand Eligibility For Postsecondary Education Benefits For Certain Youth.

Introduced·2/26/26
Hb Text

Expands eligibility for postsecondary education benefits for foster and adopted youth affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill mandates the Department of Children and Families to broaden eligibility for postsecondary education benefits for foster and adopted youth whose education was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The expansion applies to youth who turn eighteen and meet the department's requirements. Effective July 1, 2026, the bill aims to support these youth in continuing their education through the department's funding programs.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 5

12:00 AM

Higher Education and Employment Advancement Public Hearing

History

Feb 27

House

Public Hearing 03/05

Feb 26

House

Referred to Joint Committee on Higher Education and Employment Advancement