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This bill proposes significant updates to Kentucky's Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) program, increasing scholarship base amounts and supplemental awards for students. The bill increases the base scholarship amount for students with grade point averages ranging from 2.5 to 4.0, with amounts rising from $234 to $935 for the 2025-2026 academic year. It also enhances supplemental award amounts for ACT scores, adding a new supplemental award category for Cambridge Advanced International examination scores. For students enrolled in comprehensive transition and postsecondary programs, the bill increases scholarship amounts from $500 to $634 for full-time enrollment and from $250 to $317 for part-time enrollment. The legislation maintains existing eligibility requirements, such as being a Kentucky resident and maintaining a minimum grade point average, while expanding opportunities for students in various educational settings, including those in alternative diploma programs, students with intellectual disabilities, and those participating in specialized academic programs. The changes aim to provide more financial support for Kentucky students pursuing higher education and recognize academic achievement across different educational pathways. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving institutions and students time to prepare for the new scholarship structure.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/sb45.html