HB 541

Georgia House bill in Session 1033.

Status: enacted. Latest action: July 1, 2026.

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

Bill ID GA-1033-HB-541
Session 1033
Status enacted
Committee Higher Education
House enacted 2026-07-01
Education
Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 20-3-411 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to definitions regarding tuition equalization grants at private colleges and universities, so as to expand the definition of an approved school to include certain institutions which offer programs in nursing; to provide for related matters; to provide for legislative intent; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Sponsor
Dempsey, Katie
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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2025-02-20 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-07-01 Status enacted
2026-07-01 Latest Action Effective Date
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