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HB2485: Authorizing the chief executive officer of the board of regents to negotiate and settle repayment obligations arising under financial aid programs administered by the board, providing requirements for agreements between postsecondary educational institutions and school districts for postsecondary courses taught in secondary schools, directing the governor to approve short-term workforce training programs for Pell grant eligibility, modifying requirements under the every child can read act and prohibiting Kansas promise scholarship awards for remedial hours.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill gives the head of the state board of regents the power to settle any financial obligations that students may have due to scholarships or grants. It also means that students who owe money back will not be eligible for additional funds.

Who This Affects

Students who received scholarships, grants, or other financial aid from the state board of regents are affected by this bill. If they need to repay some of that aid, they won't be able to get more help in the future.

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Timeline

Introduced

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Last Action

House Approved by Governor on Thursday, April 9, 2026

Apr 8, 2026

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