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SCS/SB 428 - This act alters the definition of "Approved Private Institution" in the section concerning Charles Gallagher Financial Awards to include proprietary schools as defined in Sections 173.600 to 173.618, RSMo, which offer associate or baccalaureate degrees.

Further, the act alters the definition of "Qualified Employment" in the Nursing Student Loan Program to include full time employment in a position requiring licensure as a licensed practical nurse or registered professional nurse in any hospital.

This act is similar to SB 1229 (2002).

DONALD THALHUBER