Missouri HB2697 modifies the definition of "qualified student" for the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program to exclude illegal aliens.

Missouri HB2697 amends the definition of "qualified student" for the Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program to exclude illegal aliens. The bill specifies that a qualified student must be a resident of Missouri and not an illegal alien. This change affects eligibility for the scholarship accounts, ensuring that only lawful residents can participate. The bill also includes definitions for terms such as "charter school," "public or private virtual school," and "private school.

Missouri HB2697 modifies the definition of "qualified student" for the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program to exclude illegal aliens.

Missouri HB2697 amends the definition of "qualified student" for the Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program to exclude illegal aliens. The bill specifies that a qualified student must be a resident of Missouri and not an illegal alien. This change affects eligibility for the scholarship accounts, ensuring that only lawful residents can participate. The bill also includes definitions for terms such as "charter school," "public or private virtual school," and "private school.