HB 1345 - DIGEST

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Finds that due in part to the high cost of attending college, a significant number of students attend higher education part time.

Finds that more than one-quarter of students cannot qualify for financial aid due solely to their part-time status.

Declares an intent to expand eligibility for the state need grant to include some students who are enrolled on less than a half-time basis.