through a bipartisan effort back in 2020, which was the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, it was
only open to individuals 25 and older, but to maximize participation for more working adults, we need to
codify this scholarship into state statute.
I know personally that there are thousands of men and women across our state who are currently pursuing
an additional piece of paper after high school. Now more than ever, in order for us to get to our 60x30 goal,
it’s time to codify the Reconnect program into law. I urge a “yes” vote and ask you all for your support.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 407, entitled
A bill to amend 2020 PA 84, entitled “Michigan reconnect grant act,” by amending section 1
(MCL 390.1701), as amended by 2022 PA 251.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows: