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GA HB716Georgia Student Finance Authority; establish a needs based grant program to combat food insecurity among postsecondary students
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Introduced
03/03/2025
03/03/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Part 3 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Georgia Student Finance Authority, so as to establish a needs based grant program to combat food insecurity among postsecondary students; to provide definitions; to provide for a maximum award amount; to provide for applications; to provide for rules, regulations, and procedures; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new needs-based financial aid program through the Georgia Student Finance Commission to combat food insecurity among postsecondary students. The program will provide grants to eligible students, with eligibility defined by specific criteria including having a family income considered economically disadvantaged, meeting academic standards set by the commission, being eligible for other scholarships, and having completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The maximum grant amount for each student will not exceed the highest cost meal plan at their postsecondary institution. Students must apply for the grant through an application process, and the commission has the authority to create specific rules and regulations for the program. The grants are subject to appropriations, and if a student does not enroll as a full-time or part-time student for the academic semester, the institution must refund the grant to the commission. The program aims to provide financial support to students who may struggle with food insecurity while pursuing their higher education.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Eric Bell (D)*,
Bryce Berry (D)*,
Kasey Carpenter (R)*,
Spencer Frye (D)*,
Samuel Park (D)*,
Gabriel Sanchez (D)*,
Last Action
House Higher Education (13:00:00 3/26/2025 606 CLOB) (on 03/26/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71102 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/234928 |
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