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HJ 27

Higher education; JLARC to study options to improve affordability for students.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Destiny LeVere Bolling

HJ 27 orders JLARC to study higher education affordability options for Virginia students, seeking policy recommendations to reduce college costs.

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Bill Summary · HJ 27

Legislative bill overview

HJ 27 directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) to conduct a comprehensive study examining options and strategies to improve higher education affordability for Virginia students. The bill seeks to identify potential policy solutions that could reduce the financial burden on students pursuing post-secondary education in the state.

Why is this important

Rising higher education costs have made college increasingly inaccessible for many Virginia families, affecting workforce development and economic mobility. A JLARC study could provide legislative decision-makers with data-driven recommendations on affordability interventions—such as tuition policy reforms, financial aid adjustments, or program restructuring—that could inform future legislation and budget priorities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and cost of study: Questions about whether a formal JLARC study is the most efficient use of resources, or if existing data on affordability barriers is sufficient
  • Implementation timeline: Uncertainty about when findings will be available and whether recommendations will lead to actionable legislation or funding commitments
  • Competing priorities: State budget constraints may limit capacity to implement expensive affordability solutions even if the study identifies promising options

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

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