HB 957 -- War on Terror Veteran Survivor Grants

Sponsor:  Cunningham (145)

This bill creates a grant program for survivors of veterans who
died in or as a result of the war on terror in Afghanistan and
Iraq.  Up to 25 grants may be given annually, with the option to
petition the General Assembly for more grants if the waiting list
exceeds 50.  The grant may be used for programs at public
postsecondary institutions that lead to a certificate, associate,
or first bachelor's degree.  The grant will pay for up to 100% of
the tuition, room and board, and cost of books, in combination
with other aid.  The Coordinating Board for Higher Education will
administer the program.  Survivors will be certified as eligible
by a state veterans service officer or a Veterans Administration
medical authority, depending on the circumstances of the
veteran's death.  The grant program will expire on August 28,
2034.  After December 31, 2010, the program will not confer
benefits on those 25 years of age or older, except for spouses,
who remain eligible up to age 40.

Missouri House of Representatives
92nd General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated September 23, 2004 at 11:14 am