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HF 2308

College Possible grant funding provided to support programs of college admission and graduation for low-income students, report required, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Samantha Vang

HF 2308 creates state grants to fund College Possible programs, helping low-income Minnesota students gain admission and graduate, with a required program outcomes report.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Higher Education Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 2308

HF 2308 – Summary

Overview

HF 2308 would provide state grant funding to support College Possible programs aimed at helping low-income Minnesota students gain college admission and achieve graduation. The bill includes provisions for appropriation of funds and requires a reporting component. It is classified as an appropriations/education higher-education measure.

  • Bill number: HF 2308
  • Title: College Possible grant funding provided to support programs of college admission and graduation for low-income students, report required, and money appropriated
  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to Higher Education Finance and Policy
  • Introduced: March 13, 2025
  • Related bill: SF 2330 (companion)

Purpose and intent

  • To support programs delivered by College Possible or College Possible–style initiatives that assist low-income students with the college admission process and with earning a college degree.
  • To provide state funding through grants to support these programs and to require accountability through a reporting requirement.

Key provisions

  • Funding authorization: Creates an appropriation to support College Possible–type programs that assist low-income students in entering and completing college.
  • Reporting requirement: Establishes a mandate for a report detailing the use of funds and the outcomes of the program (e.g., effectiveness, reach, and impact).
  • Scope of programs: Targets programs designed to improve college admission access and graduation outcomes for low-income students.
  • Administration: The summary provided does not specify the administering agency or the grant administration details beyond the grants and reporting requirement.

Who would be affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Low-income Minnesota students participating in College Possible programs or similar initiatives.
  • Service providers: College Possible or partner organizations delivering college access and graduation support services.
  • Government/oversight: State legislators and relevant higher education agencies responsible for administering the grants and reviewing the required report.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and first reading occurred on March 13, 2025.
  • The bill has been referred to the Higher Education Finance and Policy committee.
  • A companion bill exists in companion form as SF 2330, indicating parallel consideration in another chamber.

Fiscal implications

  • The bill contemplates "money appropriated" to fund the College Possible programs and related activities.
  • Specific dollar amounts, funding duration, or allocation formulas are not provided in the available information.

Potential impact and considerations

  • If enacted, could expand access to higher education for low-income students by strengthening college admission and graduation supports.
  • Adds a accountability mechanism through a required report on fund use and program outcomes.
  • Stakeholders may want details on grant administration, eligible organizations, performance metrics, reporting cadence, and any sunset or renewal provisions.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to focus on specific audiences (e.g., policymakers, advocacy groups, or college administrators) or add a comparison with SF 2330 once more bill text becomes available.

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

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