Florida 2024 Regular Session

Florida House Bill H1667

Introduced
1/9/24  
Refer
1/13/24  
Introduced
1/9/24  
Refer
1/13/24  
Refer
1/13/24  
Failed
3/8/24  
Refer
1/13/24  

Caption

Florida Academic Scholars Award

Impact

If enacted, this bill will directly impact Section 1009.534 of the Florida Statutes, which governs the Florida Academic Scholars award. The inclusion of an additional stipend for textbooks aims to provide enhanced support for students, ensuring they have the necessary resources to succeed in their academic pursuits. The bill signifies a commitment to improving educational access and affordability for Florida students enrolled in various degree programs at both public and nonpublic postsecondary institutions.

Summary

House Bill 1667 seeks to amend the Florida Academic Scholars award under the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. The bill proposes that students who are awarded the Florida Academic Scholars award will receive additional funding during certain semesters specifically earmarked for textbook expenses. This initiative is designed to alleviate the financial burden on scholars pursuing postsecondary education in Florida.

Contention

As with many legislative proposals regarding educational funding, there may be points of contention surrounding the bill's implementation and funding sources. Discussions could arise regarding the adequacy of the appropriations specified in the General Appropriations Act, as well as the potential impact on broader educational funding priorities within the state. Deliberations will likely focus on the effectiveness of providing textbook funds versus direct tuition assistance, raising questions about budget allocations within the education sector.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

FL H0017

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

FL H0025

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

FL H0303

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

FL H0939

Florida Scholars Academy

FL H0461

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program Student Service Requirements

FL H1439

Florida Medical School Scholarship and Grant Program

FL H1393

Florida School for Competitive Academics

FL H0571

Florida Medical School Scholarship and Grant Program

FL H1107

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program

FL HB2843

Establishing a scholarship task force to study scholarship programs and creating the Kansas academic excellence scholarship program to replace the Kansas ethnic minority scholarship program.

Similar Bills

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