2006 Senate Bill 1371 / Public Act 444

Expand nursing scholarship program

Introduced in the Senate

Aug. 9, 2006

Introduced by Sen. Michael Switalski (D-10)

To expand a state scholarship program for individuals in training to become a practical nurse to also allow scholarships for a person seeking a masters degree in nursing.

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations

Sept. 14, 2006

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Sept. 14, 2006

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations

Sept. 20, 2006

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Passed in the House 107 to 0 (details)

To expand a state scholarship program for individuals in training to become a practical nurse to also allow scholarships for a person seeking a masters degree in nursing.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Nov. 27, 2006