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SB 273

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

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Gile

SB 273 adjusts eligibility rules for Maryland's Conroy Memorial Scholarship, potentially expanding student access to higher education financial aid.

Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 273

Legislative bill overview

SB 273 modifies eligibility requirements for the Edward T. and Mary A. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program in Maryland. The bill appears to expand or adjust who can receive these scholarships, though specific eligibility changes are not detailed in the available information. This scholarship program provides financial support to qualified higher education students in the state.

Why is this important

Scholarship eligibility changes directly affect which students can access tuition assistance and pursue higher education. Expanding or modifying eligibility can increase educational opportunity for underrepresented groups or address workforce gaps, but may also affect funding availability per recipient or program sustainability depending on the nature of changes.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding implications: Expanding eligibility without additional appropriations could dilute per-student awards or require budget reallocation from other education programs
  • Definition of eligibility criteria: Changes may inadvertently exclude previously eligible students or create ambiguity about residency, income, or academic requirements
  • Program intent alignment: Modifications could shift the scholarship away from its original commemorative purpose or intended beneficiary population

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

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