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HB 1378

Georgia Promise Scholarship Act; clarify student residency qualification for promise scholarship accounts

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Doreen Carter and 5 co-sponsors

HB 1378 clarifies residency qualifications for Georgia's Promise Scholarship program to standardize student eligibility requirements across the state.

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Bill Summary · HB 1378

Legislative bill overview

HB 1378 clarifies the residency requirements that Georgia students must meet to qualify for the Georgia Promise Scholarship program. The bill defines or modifies what constitutes eligible residency status for students seeking to access these scholarship accounts, which are designed to help make higher education more affordable for Georgia residents.

Why is this important

The Georgia Promise Scholarship is a significant financial aid program, and unclear residency standards can create confusion for students, families, and institutions administering the program. Clarifying these qualifications ensures consistent application of eligibility rules and helps prospective students understand whether they qualify for the benefit.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: How narrowly or broadly "residency" is defined may affect which students qualify, potentially including or excluding students with recent moves, military families, or those with complex living situations
  • Implementation timeline: Questions about when clarified rules take effect and how they apply to current scholarship holders versus new applicants
  • Interstate competition: Some may argue stricter residency rules protect Georgia funding for Georgia residents, while others contend they could disadvantage mobile populations or reduce program accessibility

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

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