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GA SB556
Bill
Status
4/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Payne
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AI Summary
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Adds "advanced fine arts" courses to the subjects used when calculating GPA for HOPE scholarship eligibility, alongside English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language
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Defines "advanced fine arts" as courses that include a standardized end-of-course assessment written and graded by a third party, with a unique course number designated by the Department of Education
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Advanced fine arts courses will receive the same weighted GPA treatment as AP, dual credit, and International Baccalaureate courses
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Applies only to students graduating on or after July 1, 2026; students who graduated before that date will not have advanced fine arts grades included in their GPA calculations
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Effective date: July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
HOPE Scholarship; the inclusion of advanced placement and international baccalaureate fine arts courses in the calculation of grade point averages; provide
Last Action
Senate Sent to Governor
4/10/2026