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A 8951

Exempts the income of dependent applicants for certain awards

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Jensen

A 8951 - Exempts the income of dependent applicants for certain awards OverviewBill Number: A 8951 Title: Exempts the income of dependent applicants for certain awards Status: RE

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Bill Summary · A 8951

A 8951 - Exempts the income of dependent applicants for certain awards

Overview

Bill Number: A 8951
Title: Exempts the income of dependent applicants for certain awards
Status: REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
Introduced: July 16, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to exempt the income of dependent applicants when determining their eligibility for certain academic and financial awards. The intent is to ensure that dependent students from low- and middle-income families are not unfairly penalized or excluded from these important opportunities due to their parents' income levels.

Key Provisions

  • Exempts the income of a dependent applicant's parents or guardians when calculating the applicant's eligibility for the following awards:
    • State-funded scholarships and grants for higher education
    • Tuition assistance programs
    • Merit-based academic awards and prizes
  • Requires that only the dependent applicant's own income be considered in the eligibility determination process for these awards.
  • Directs the relevant state agencies and educational institutions to update their application and selection criteria to align with this new income exemption policy.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Dependent students from low- and middle-income families who are applying for state-funded academic and financial awards
  • These students will have a better chance of qualifying for and receiving the awards, as their parents' income will no longer be a factor
  • Educational institutions and state agencies that administer the affected scholarship, grant, and award programs will need to update their processes and criteria

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • The bill has been referred to the Higher Education committee for further consideration and potential amendments.
  • If passed by the committee and the full legislative body, the bill would require the relevant state agencies and educational institutions to implement the new income exemption policy within 6 months of the effective date.
  • The changes would apply to all award application cycles and selection processes starting in the academic year following the bill's enactment.

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

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