Revise the tribal computer programming boost scholarship program

2025 Regular Session

Revise the tribal computer programming boost scholarship to improve access for Native American students pursuing programming, by adjusting eligibility and funding.

(LC) Draft Died in Process

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Overview

Bill number: LC 3571

Title: Revise the tribal computer programming boost scholarship program

Subject: Indians, Schools and Education

Status: Draft Died in Process (LC)

Introduced: December 14, 2024

Recent actions:

2025-05-23: Draft Died in Process
2025-01-23: Draft On Hold
2024-12-14: Drafter Assigned

Purpose and intent

The bill’s title indicates an aim to revise the existing tribal computer programming boost scholarship program. While the specific text of the proposal is not provided here, the intended purpose typically would be to improve access to computer programming education for Native American students by revising eligibility, funding, terms, or administration to better align with tribal needs and educational goals.

Key provisions (text not provided)

Because the bill’s actual language is not included in the information provided, specific provisions cannot be enumerated. In general, a revision to a tribal computer programming scholarship program could address areas such as:
- Eligibility criteria (e.g., tribal enrollment status, degree/program requirements, GPA thresholds)
- Award amounts, duration, and renewal requirements
- Scope of eligible programs (e.g., degree programs, certificate courses, coding bootcamps)
- Funding sources and annual appropriations
- Administration and oversight (which agency or tribal authority administers the program)
- Reporting, accountability, and performance metrics
- Sunset or renewal provisions to reassess effectiveness

Affected parties

Eligible students: Native American or Alaska Native students pursuing computer programming or related IT coursework.

Tribal entities: Tribes or tribal colleges that administer or participate in the program.

Educational institutions: Colleges, universities, or training providers that offer programming or computer science curricula.

Program administrators and state/tribal agencies: Entities responsible for outreach, awarding scholarships, and reporting outcomes.

Procedural and timeline aspects

The bill was introduced on December 14, 2024.

It moved to on-hold status on January 23, 2025, and subsequently to “Died in Process” on May 23, 2025.

As drafted, there is no enacted version moving forward in the legislative process, suggesting the measure did not advance to committee or floor action within the period covered.

Next steps for interested readers

Monitor for any reintroduction or revisions of LC 3571 in future sessions.

If reintroduced, review committee hearings and fiscal analyses to understand proposed funding levels, eligibility changes, and administrative responsibilities.

Consider stakeholder input from tribal communities, educational institutions, and scholarship administrators to evaluate potential impacts and implementation feasibility.

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