This bill amends several sections of the Idaho Code related to the Idaho Launch Grant Program and the In-Demand Careers Fund. It introduces new definitions, including the establishment of an "Advisory board" to oversee the program, and revises existing definitions to clarify eligibility criteria for students and institutions. Notably, it specifies that eligible coursework must be limited to programs requiring no more than an associate degree or certain certifications, and it sets a cap on grant amounts at $8,000 per eligible student. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the executive director in administering the program and the criteria for determining in-demand careers.

Additionally, the bill establishes a framework for the In-Demand Careers Fund, detailing how funds will be appropriated and used to support eligible students. It mandates that the executive director report annually to the legislature on various metrics related to the program's effectiveness. The provisions of this act will become effective on July 1, 2025, and will be null and void after July 1, 2029, unless further action is taken.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 72-1204, 72-1205, 72-1206