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HB 10

Higher Education - Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program - Eligibility

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brian Crosby

Bill would have created Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program for Maryland higher education students; sponsor withdrew bill in February 2025.

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Bill Summary · HB 10

Legislative bill overview

HB 10 would have established the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program in Maryland, creating a dedicated scholarship fund in their honor. The bill aimed to provide financial assistance to eligible higher education students, though specific eligibility criteria and funding mechanisms were not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Scholarship programs expand access to higher education for qualifying students and can reduce student debt burden. Memorial scholarships also serve to honor individuals' legacies while addressing workforce development and educational equity goals.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source unclear - No information available on how the program would be financed (state general funds, endowment, private donations), which affects fiscal impact and sustainability
  • Eligibility criteria not specified - Without knowing specific requirements (merit-based, need-based, residency, field of study), it's unclear who benefits and whether the program addresses identified gaps
  • Legislative priority - The sponsor's withdrawal suggests potential concerns about timing, competing priorities, or insufficient support rather than fundamental policy disagreement

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

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