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GA HR1282

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/4/2016

Primary Sponsor

James Epps

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes February 29, 2016, as REACH Georgia Day at the state capitol and commends program coordinators, mentors, academic coaches, and supporters for their service to REACH Scholars
  • REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Georgia is a public-private mentorship and needs-based scholarship program designed to promote academic success and increase access to and completion of postsecondary education
  • Awards REACH Scholars up to $10,000 ($2,500 per year for up to four years) upon high school completion, usable at HOPE-eligible two-year or four-year institutions, with many colleges pledging to match or double-match the scholarship
  • 335 students across 41 school districts were participating in the program four years after its launch as a key component of the Complete College Georgia Initiative
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to REACH Georgia

Legislative Description

REACH Georgia Day at the capitol; February 29, 2016; recognize; REACH Georgia program coordinators, mentors, academic coaches, and supporters; dedicated service to lives of REACH Scholars; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/4/2016

Full Bill Text

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