SB2893 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)
HIGHER ED-MAP GRANT-TEACHER
Last Action
2/03/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations- Education
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 |