37 Pa. Code § 471.102 - Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

Child-An individual under 18 years of age who resides in this Commonwealth.

Department-The Department of Corrections of the Commonwealth.

Fund-The First Chance Trust Fund established under section 1753-A.1 of The Fiscal Code (72 P.S. § 1753-A.1).

Program-An evidence-based or outcome-based program for children who meet the eligibility requirements determined by the Commission aimed at reducing risk factors and producing positive outcomes, which may include mentoring, individual counseling and therapeutic services, and family-strengthening activities.

Scholarship program-A program which assists students in obtaining education or other vocational training that meets all of the following criteria:

(i) The student resides within this Commonwealth and attends an educational or vocational training institution located in this Commonwealth.

(ii) The student is 24 years of age or younger.

(iii) The student meets other eligibility requirements as determined by the Commission in accordance with section 1753-A.1 of The Fiscal Code.

Notes

37 Pa. Code § 471.102

Adopted by Pennsylvania Bulletin, Vol 48, No. 04. January 27, 2018, effective 1/27/2018 Amended by Pennsylvania Bulletin, Vol 53, No. 01. January 7, 2023, effective 1/7/2023