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GA HB695

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mary Ann Santos

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a needs-based grant program through the Georgia Student Finance Commission for students who have not received their financial aid within two weeks of the semester or quarter start date
  • Maximum award amount is $5,000 per eligible student, disbursed directly to the student to purchase essential course materials such as books and required items
  • Eligibility requires students to be economically disadvantaged, enrolled in a qualified postsecondary institution, eligible for state/federal financial aid, and have completed the FAFSA
  • Georgia Student Finance Commission is authorized to set specific eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and expedited processing procedures for applications and disbursements
  • Program is subject to legislative appropriations

Legislative Description

Georgia Student Finance Authority; establish a needs based financial aid program to award grants to eligible students who have not yet received their financial aid award

Last Action

House Second Readers

3/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education3/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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