Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 4.
Tennessee SB1188 amends Title 49, Chapter 4 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to modify eligibility criteria for a grant program supporting veterans pursuing postsecondary education. The bill expands the definition of qualifying military medals to include any medal awarded for combat or heroism and allows applicants to seek a certificate in addition to an associate or baccalaureate degree, provided they have not previously received a certificate. This change aims to broaden access to educational opportunities for veterans in the state.
Tennessee SB1188 amends Title 49, Chapter 4 of the Tennessee Code Annotated to modify eligibility criteria for a grant program supporting veterans pursuing postsecondary education. The bill expands the definition of qualifying military medals to include any medal awarded for combat or heroism and allows applicants to seek a certificate in addition to an associate or baccalaureate degree, provided they have not previously received a certificate. This change aims to broaden access to educational opportunities for veterans in the state.
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Akbari, Raumesh
114th General Assembly
February 6, 2025
February 12, 2025
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee