Plain English Breakdown
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HB693: Expanding the Definition of Approved Schools for Tuition Grants
This bill changes Georgia law to broaden which private colleges and universities count as approved schools eligible for tuition equalization grants.
What This Bill Does
- Amends Code Section 20-3-411 regarding definitions for tuition equalization grants at private institutions.
- Expands the legal definition of an 'approved school'.
- Repeals any existing laws that conflict with these new definitions.
Who It Names or Affects
- Private colleges and universities in Georgia seeking approval for tuition equalization grants.
- Students attending private institutions who apply for or receive these state-funded grants.
Limits and Unknowns
- The official text does not list the specific new criteria added to define an 'approved school'.
- No information is given about how much additional money will be needed or where it comes from.
- The exact date when these changes take effect is not listed in the source material.