Missouri Senate passes expanded adult scholarship program

Seeking to bolster the workforce, the Missouri Senate on Thursday passed legislation that would extend and expand a scholarship program for adults to finish college degrees or get the advanced training needed for jobs.

The Fast Track grant program, which was created three years ago, is due to expire in August but would be prolonged for seven more years under the legislation that will go to the House. It passed the Senate by a 24-8 vote.

The bill would expand eligibility beyond college courses to apprenticeships and training programs, and would remove financial penalties for those who don’t get a job and remain in Missouri. The full story is on apnews.com.