Approving short-term training programs for eligibility for federal Workforce Pell Grants

Summary

SB 490 adds new sections to West Virginia law that let the state’s Workforce Development Board help the governor decide which short‑term training programs can receive Workforce Pell Grants. It requires participating schools to report data, follows federal eligibility rules, and sets up board duties and rulemaking to ensure compliance. The change aims to expand access to affordable, short‑term education that leads to higher‑paying jobs.

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