West Virginia SB490 approves short-term training programs for federal Workforce Pell Grants eligibility.
West Virginia SB490 amends the state code to allow the Governor, in consultation with the West Virginia Workforce Development Board, to approve short-term training programs for federal Workforce Pell Grants eligibility. Programs must prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand industry sectors or occupations. The Board will propose rules for Legislative approval and ensure compliance with federal rules. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.
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