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S 388

A JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REGULATIONS OF THE STATE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION, RELATING TO PALMETTO FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, DESIGNATED AS

2025-2026 Regular Session

Overview: S 388, "A JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REGULATIONS OF THE STATE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION, RELATING TO PALMETTO FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM", was enacted as Act No. 9

Act No. 93
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Bill Summary · S 388

Overview: S 388, "A JOINT RESOLUTION TO APPROVE REGULATIONS OF THE STATE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION, RELATING TO PALMETTO FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM", was enacted as Act No. 93.

Purpose and Intent: The joint resolution aims to approve new regulations proposed by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education regarding the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program. The Palmetto Fellows Scholarship is a prestigious academic award that provides financial assistance to high-achieving high school students in the state.

Key Provisions:
- Approves the updated regulations for the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program
- Authorizes the Commission on Higher Education to implement the new regulations
- Specifies changes to eligibility criteria, award amounts, and administrative procedures for the scholarship program

Affected Parties and Impacts: The resolution directly impacts high school students in South Carolina who are eligible for and receive the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship. The updated regulations will affect the application process, award criteria, and overall administration of the scholarship program.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The joint resolution has been enacted as Act No. 93, indicating it has completed the legislative process and been signed into law. The new regulations approved by the resolution will be implemented by the Commission on Higher Education going forward.

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