Why 3/5: The bill directs state agencies to develop a plan for program expansion, setting a future direction for student support rather than immediate operational changes.
This bill directs the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services, in collaboration with the Department of Education, to develop a plan to expand the Postsecondary Education Rehabilitation Transition (PERT) Program. The expansion aims to increase the number of students assisted in their transition from high school to postsecondary programs, including providing resources to local community services boards and developing online tools.
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB996)
Cleared committee
Reported from Rehabilitation and Social Services (15-Y 0-N)
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Passed by for the day (Voice Vote)
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Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) (37-Y 0-N 0-A)
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Rules suspended
Third reading
Read third time
Passed a chamber
Passed Senate (39-Y 0-N 0-A)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB996ER)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB996)
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 721 (effective 7/1/2026)