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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish the Finish Line Scholarship Program. Higher Education.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Finish Line Scholarship Program, which will provide scholarships to cover the full cost of tuition and fees, excluding the first year, for Massachusetts residents attending a public college or university in the state. The scholarships are available to students with family incomes below the state's median income and are intended to increase overall student success and graduation rates, as well as lower achievement gaps for high-risk students. The Department of Higher Education will oversee the program, setting eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and other guidelines. If funds are insufficient to cover all qualified applicants, a lottery will be held to distribute the available scholarships. The program's funds are meant to supplement, not replace, existing scholarship programs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2487 (on 04/26/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S709 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S709.pdf |
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