Missouri Senate looks at funding cuts for ‘low-earning’ college degrees

By: Noah Symes

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: February 25, 2026

Words: 424

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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A bill that would prohibit state funds from going towards “low-earning” university degrees was discussed in the Missouri Senate Education Committee on Tuesday.

The legislation would cut state funds for student financial aid and operational costs for students in programs where graduates do not earn more in their field than someone with only a high school diploma in that same field.

The bill’s sponsor, Republican state Sen. Rick Brattin of Harrisonville, said the bill falls …

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