West Virginia HB4595 approves short-term training programs for federal Workforce Pell Grants eligibility.
West Virginia HB4595 amends the state code to add provisions for approving short-term training programs for federal Workforce Pell Grants. The governor, in consultation with the West Virginia Workforce Development Board, must approve eligible workforce training programs. These programs must prepare students for high-skill, high-wage, or in-demand industry sectors or occupations. The act includes definitions for these terms and mandates compliance with federal rules. The act will take effect on January 1, 2027.
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