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SB 90

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 14 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE DELAWARE STATE INSPIRE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Darius Brown and 19 co-sponsors

Delaware amends INSPIRE Scholarship Program eligibility and administration, signed into law to modify student financial aid access and award structures.

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Bill Summary · SB 90

Legislative bill overview

SB 90 amends Delaware's INSPIRE Scholarship Program, which provides financial aid to students pursuing higher education. The bill modifies eligibility requirements, award amounts, or program administration within Title 14 of Delaware Code. The Governor signed this into law in September 2025.

Why is this important

The INSPIRE Scholarship directly affects thousands of Delaware students' ability to afford college and pursue post-secondary education. Modifications to this program can expand or restrict access to aid, influence students' educational choices, and impact state budget allocations for education funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Eligibility changes: Amendments may have broadened or narrowed who qualifies for scholarships, affecting different student populations differently
  • Award structure modifications: Changes to scholarship amounts or distribution could benefit some recipients while reducing support for others
  • Fiscal impact: Committee review suggests debate over program costs and appropriations sustainability within state budgets
  • Program scope: Questions may exist about whether changes align with the program's original mission or represent mission creep

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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