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LA HB325
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Ken Brass
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AI Summary
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Adds a third pathway to TOPS-Tech scholarship eligibility: completion of at least 9 credit hours of early college credit through academic or technical dual enrollment courses, or equivalent validated skills approved by the Statewide Articulation and Transfer Council
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Changes eligibility requirements so students must meet only 2 of 3 criteria (GPA, ACT score, or early college credits) instead of the current requirement to meet both GPA and ACT minimums
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Current TOPS-Tech requirements include a minimum 2.5 GPA on the core curriculum and an ACT score of at least 17 or silver on WorkKeys
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Applies to students enrolling as first-time freshmen during or after the 2026-2027 academic year
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Effective upon signature by the governor or upon expiration of time for gubernatorial action
Legislative Description
Revises initial academic eligibility requirements for a TOPS-Tech award (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)
TOPS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Education.
3/9/2026