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HB 1038

Georgia Promise Scholarship Act; repeal Article 2 of Chapter 2B; provide

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bryce Berry and 5 co-sponsors

HB 1038 repeals Georgia's current Article 2 scholarship framework and replaces it with a new Georgia Promise Scholarship Act, restructuring state higher education funding.

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Bill Summary · HB 1038

Legislative bill overview

HB 1038 proposes to repeal Article 2 of Chapter 2B of Georgia law and establish the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act in its place. The bill appears to restructure Georgia's existing scholarship program framework, though the specific details of what the new scholarship program entails are not provided in the available bill summary.

Why is this important

Scholarship programs directly affect college affordability and access for Georgia students, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds. Changes to scholarship eligibility, funding levels, or program structure can impact thousands of students' ability to pursue higher education and influence workforce development in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Program changes unclear: Without knowing what Article 2 currently provides versus what the new Georgia Promise Scholarship would offer, there's uncertainty about whether this represents an expansion, reduction, or restructuring of benefits
  • Funding implications: Repealing existing scholarship language raises questions about whether funding levels are changing and how current scholarship recipients would be affected during any transition period
  • Eligibility criteria: Any shift in scholarship eligibility requirements could advantage or disadvantage specific student populations, potentially creating equity concerns

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

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