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Supporters tell committee SB 406 prepares Kansas to implement federal workforce Pell grants
Summary
Proponents said SB 406 creates a state process to approve programs for newly expanded federal workforce Pell grants, align state and federal funding, and avoid duplicative funding; supporters urged a quick rollout so eligible programs can access funds beginning in July.
Lawmakers in the Senate Education Committee on Friday heard testimony supporting Senate Bill 406, which would require the governor, in consultation with the State Workforce Development Board, to approve eligible short‑term workforce training programs for the federal expansion of Pell grants.
Tamara Lawrence, the committee reviser, said the bill would create an internal approval process at the State Workforce Development Board, coordinate approvals with other state and federal workforce programs to prevent…
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