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HB 167

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

2025 Regular Session Introduced by LaVon Bracy Davis and 3 co-sponsors

HB 167 proposed changes to Florida's Bright Futures merit scholarship program but died in subcommittee without advancing to a full vote in 2025.

Died in Student Academic Success Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 167

Legislative bill overview

HB 167 proposes modifications to Florida's Bright Futures Scholarship Program, a merit-based financial aid program for eligible Florida high school graduates. The bill died in subcommittee after being indefinitely postponed, meaning it did not advance to a full legislative vote during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

The Bright Futures program is a major state funding mechanism affecting thousands of Florida college students annually. Changes to scholarship eligibility, award amounts, or academic requirements could significantly impact college affordability and access for middle and upper-income Florida families, as well as state education budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Program funding constraints — Expanding or modifying scholarship benefits may require additional state appropriations or reallocation from other educational priorities during tight budget cycles
  • Merit vs. need-based debate — Questions about whether merit-based scholarships adequately serve lower-income students or primarily benefit already-advantaged populations
  • Academic threshold requirements — Any changes to GPA or test score thresholds could either increase access or be viewed as lowering standards

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

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