House Bill No. by Representative Adams amends R.S. 17:1682.2 to expand the scholarship program for firefighters and their spouses. The bill allows scholarships provided for firefighters injured in the line of duty, as well as for the spouses of firefighters who are injured or killed, to be used for obtaining a master's degree in addition to the existing option for a bachelor's degree. This change aims to enhance educational opportunities for these individuals who have faced significant challenges due to their service.

The bill maintains the existing requirements for scholarship recipients, which include meeting all entrance requirements of the college or university and maintaining a "C" average each semester. Additionally, the scholarship continues to cover all tuition and fees, as well as providing a cash grant of $250 per semester for books. The proposed law retains the current provisions while expanding the scope of the scholarships to support advanced education for eligible firefighters and their spouses.

Statutes affected:
HB448 Original: 17:2(A)