SB5658 modifies the Washington college grant program and establishes a workforce education investment account.
SB5658 amends the Washington college grant program to adjust eligibility criteria and grant percentages based on family income levels. It also establishes a workforce education investment account to fund higher education programs, particularly in advanced computing and STEM fields. The bill creates a workforce education investment accountability and oversight board to guide funding priorities and ensure accountability. The board will consult data from various education and workforce entities to assess the effectiveness of funded programs.
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