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GA SB137

GA SB137
Tuition Equalization Grants at Private Colleges and Universities; definition of approved school; revise


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Introduced
02/09/2023
In Committee
03/13/2024
Crossed Over
03/06/2023
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to postsecondary education, so as to revise the definition of "approved school" for purposes of tuition equalization grants at private colleges and universities; to provide for new definitions; to provide increased grant amounts for eligible students enrolled in certain programs that are directly related to high-demand careers as designated by the Georgia Student Finance Authority; to provide for conforming changes; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill revises the definition of "approved school" for the purposes of tuition equalization grants at private colleges and universities in Georgia. It creates new definitions for "approved nonproprietary school" and "approved proprietary school," outlining the specific criteria they must meet to be eligible for these grants. The bill also increases the grant amount for eligible students enrolled in certain programs directly related to high-demand careers as designated by the Georgia Student Finance Authority. Additionally, it makes conforming changes to related sections of the state code.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (on 03/13/2024)

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