The Senate Committee on Universities, Technical Colleges, Children and Families- public hearing recap

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The Senate Committee on Universities, Technical Colleges, Children and Families held a public hearing on Wednesday, September 25. The bills which relate to UW System were:

  • SB 205– credit transfers
  • SB 334– requirements for active service members called into active duty

Written testimony for information only was submitted for both bills (see attachments below).

The Senate Committee on Universities, Technical Colleges, Children and Families also held an Executive Session on Wednesday, September 25. The bills which relate to UW System were:

  • SB 117– athlete agents act
  • SB 142– tuition benefits for student veterans

UW System worked with the authors of SB 142 on an amendment to clarify how federal veteran benefits work in relation to a student’s financial aid package. The committee voted to approve the amendment.

In addition, Board of Regents Edmund Manydeeds III, Karen Walsh, and Olivia Woodmansee were confirmed by the Committee. Next step for the Regents will be a full Senate vote.

Written Testimony Documents: