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HB541 • 2025

Education; tuition equalization grants; expand definition of an approved school to include certain institutions which offer programs in nursing

Education; tuition equalization grants; expand definition of an approved school to include certain institutions which offer programs in nursing

Education
Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Dempsey, Katie
Last action
2026-05-11
Official status
House Date Signed by Governor
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official bill title lists purposes such as providing legislative intent, repealing conflicting laws, and handling related matters, but does not explain what those specific changes are. Only the expansion of the 'approved school' definition is explicitly described.

HB541: Expanding Tuition Grant Eligibility for Nursing Programs

This law changes the rules so that certain schools offering nursing programs can qualify as approved institutions for tuition equalization grants.

What This Bill Does

  • Amends Code Section 20-3-411 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding grant definitions.
  • Expands the definition of an 'approved school' to include certain institutions that offer programs in nursing.

Bill History

  1. 2026-05-11 Georgia General Assembly

    House Date Signed by Governor

Official Summary Text

Education; tuition equalization grants; expand definition of an approved school to include certain institutions which offer programs in nursing