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MD HB100Higher Education - Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program - Eligibility
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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Expanding the eligibility for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program to an applicant who is or was eligible for the Chapter 35 Survivors' Dependents' Educational Assistance benefit as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; and authorizing certain methods for verifying eligibility of these individuals for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program.
AI Summary
This bill expands eligibility for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program, which provides financial aid to uniformed services and public safety personnel and their dependents. Specifically, it adds a new category of eligible applicants: individuals who are or were eligible for the Chapter 35 Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Benefit, as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. To streamline the application process for these individuals, postsecondary institutions can now accept a copy of their Chapter 35 eligibility certificate, or a school official can verify their eligibility if a certificate is unavailable. This change aims to make it easier for those who qualify for federal educational benefits to also access state scholarships, with the new provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor (on 02/09/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0100?ys=2026RS |
| Vote Image | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/votes_comm/hb0100_app.pdf |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0100f.pdf |
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