The bill amends the "Police officer's and fire fighter's survivor tuition grant act" to expand eligibility for tuition grants to include children and surviving spouses of Michigan medical examiners killed in the line of duty, in addition to police officers and fire fighters. The title of the act is updated to reflect this change, and various definitions within the act are revised to incorporate medical examiners. For instance, the definitions of "child," "eligible student," and "line of duty" are modified to include references to medical examiners, ensuring that the act encompasses all relevant public safety personnel.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for students to qualify for the survivor's tuition grant, including residency, application procedures, and academic progress. It specifies that the grant amount will be determined based on the eligible student's tuition expenses after accounting for other financial aid. The department responsible for administering the program is tasked with reporting annually to the legislature on the number of grants awarded and the total disbursed. Overall, the bill aims to enhance support for the families of public safety personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice in their line of duty.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 390.1241