SB2893 - 104th General Assembly

HIGHER ED-MAP GRANT-TEACHER
Last Action
2/03/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations- Education
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Sue Rezin
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act with respect to the monetary award program. Beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year through the 2031-2032 academic year, provides that an applicant who is otherwise eligible for grant assistance under the program may receive grant assistance for an additional academic year after receiving a baccalaureate degree or the equivalent of 135 semester credit hours if he or she (i) enrolls in a State-approved educator preparation program and (ii) within 5 years after receiving a Professional Educator License, teaches in this State for a minimum of 3 years. Requires repayment if at any time a person fails to meet the requirements. Effective immediately.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
1/16/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Sue Rezin
1/16/2026 Senate First Reading
1/16/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/03/2026 Senate Assigned to Appropriations- Education
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026