Ind. Code ch. 21-12-6.5

in effect

Ind. Code § 21-12-6.5-1 Applicability

Sec. 1. This chapter applies to an individual who: (1) is receiving foster care; (2) is in grades 9 through 12; and (3) is a resident of Indiana as determined under IC 21-18.5-4-8; at the time the individual applies for the twenty-first century scholars program under IC 21-12-6. As added by P.L.100-2009, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.107-2012, SEC.28.

Ind. Code § 21-12-6.5-2 Enrollment; eligibility

Sec. 2. An individual described in section 1 of this chapter may enroll in the twenty-first century scholars program under IC 21-12-6 and is eligible for higher education benefits under IC 21-12-3. As added by P.L.100-2009, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.5-2015, SEC.50.

Ind. Code § 21-12-6.5-3 Determination of initial eligibility; written request; written determination; consideration

Sec. 3. Determination of initial eligibility for higher education benefits authorized under this chapter is vested exclusively in the commission. Any individual described in section 1 of this chapter may make a written request for a determination by the commission of eligibility for benefits under this chapter. The commission shall make a written determination of eligibility in response to each request. In determining the amount of an eligible individual's benefit, the commission shall consider other higher education financial assistance in conformity with this chapter. As added by P.L.100-2009, SEC.3.

Ind. Code § 21-12-6.5-4 Appeal

Sec. 4. An appeal from an adverse determination under section 3 of this chapter must be made in writing to the commission not more than fifteen (15) working days after the applicant's receipt of the determination. A final order must be made not more than fifteen (15) days after receipt of the written appeal. As added by P.L.100-2009, SEC.3.

Ind. Code § 21-12-6.5-5 Violation

Sec. 5. A person who knowingly or intentionally submits a false or misleading application or other document under this chapter commits a Class A misdemeanor. As added by P.L.100-2009, SEC.3.

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