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GA SR467

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/22/2016

Primary Sponsor

Donzella James

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Senate Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Study Committee to examine tuition, financial aid, and other tools to help foster care and homeless youth pursue degrees and career preparation at University System of Georgia and Technical College System of Georgia institutions
  • Committee composed of 5 members: 3 senators appointed by the President of the Senate (one designated as chairperson) and 2 House members appointed on the recommendation of the Speaker of the House
  • Committee is authorized to recommend actions or legislation it deems necessary to address the conditions, needs, and issues facing homeless and foster youth in higher education
  • Legislative members receive allowances under Code Section 28-1-8 for up to 5 days unless additional days are authorized, with funding from Senate appropriations
  • Committee must file any approved report with the Secretary of the Senate prior to its abolishment date of December 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Senate Higher Education Access and Success for Homeless and Foster Youth Study Committee; create

Last Action

Senate Passed/Adopted By Substitute

3/22/2016

Full Bill Text

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