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HCR 30

STUDENT/LOANS-SCHOLARSHP: Requests the Board of Regents to study the potential establishment of a legislative scholarship program

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tehmi Chassion

Louisiana requests Board of Regents study feasibility of establishing legislative scholarship program to expand college access.

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Bill Summary · HCR 30

Legislative bill overview

HCR 30 is a concurrent resolution that requests the Louisiana Board of Regents to conduct a study examining the feasibility and design of a new legislative scholarship program. The bill does not establish a scholarship program itself, but rather directs a state agency to investigate how such a program could be created and implemented.

Why this is important

Scholarship programs can increase college access and completion rates, particularly for lower-income students, while also potentially addressing workforce needs in Louisiana. The study phase allows policymakers to understand costs, eligibility requirements, and potential funding sources before committing state resources to an actual program.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear: The resolution doesn't specify how a future scholarship program would be funded, leaving questions about whether new state appropriations would be required or if existing education budgets would be redirected
  • Program design ambiguity: Key details remain undefined, such as merit versus need-based criteria, which institutions would be eligible, and whether awards would target specific majors or fields
  • Opportunity cost: Resources devoted to scholarships represent trade-offs with other higher education priorities, such as workforce training or community college funding

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

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