Louisiana Lawmakers Move to Expand TOPS-Tech Eligibility - American Press
The bill adds an early-college path and lets students keep awards while enrolled part time if they keep making academic progress.
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State expands TOPS-Tech eligibility in an effort to boost workforce training
Louisiana lawmakers have approved legislation aimed at expanding access to TOPS-Tech scholarships as the state seeks to strengthen its workforce pipeline for major industrial and economic development projects, according to The Center Square. Sponsored by Rep. Ken Brass, D-Vacherie, the measure would create a new pathway for students to qualify for TOPS-Tech by earning at least nine hours of dual enrollment college credit or meeting equivalent wo…
Louisiana lawmakers move to expand TOPS-Tech eligibility - American Press
By Nolan McKendry | The Center Square A new law will loosen eligibility rules for TOPS-Tech awards, part of a broader push to steer more students into technical and vocational training as the state tries to meet workforce demands tied to major industrial investments. The bill still awaits the signature of Senate President Cameron Henry, R-Metairie, and will then head to the Governor. Sponsored by Rep. Ken Brass, D-Vacherie, the law will add a th…
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