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MN HF2308

MN HF2308
College Possible grant funding provided to support programs of college admission and graduation for low-income students, report required, and money appropriated.


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Introduced
03/13/2025
In Committee
03/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to higher education; appropriating money for a grant to College Possible to support programs of college admission and graduation for low-income students; requiring a report.

AI Summary

This bill provides a state appropriation to College Possible, a nonprofit organization that helps low-income students navigate the college admission and graduation process, by allocating $600,000 in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund. The funding is specifically designated to support College Possible's intensive coaching and support programs for Minnesota students at both the high school and postsecondary levels, with the requirement that the programs must serve students who are Minnesota residents attending colleges or universities within the state. The bill mandates that College Possible submit an annual report by February 1st to legislative committees, detailing the organization's activities funded by the appropriation, including program expansion, number of coaches hired, high school and college student participation, community service hours, and a list of benefiting communities and organizations. This appropriation aims to help low-income students overcome barriers to college admission and graduation by providing comprehensive support and guidance.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Higher Education Finance and Policy (on 03/13/2025)

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