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Committee hears bill to pilot robotics programs in low‑performing schools; cost and matching funds discussed
Summary
Senator introduced SB 253 to create a three‑year robotics pilot in up to 10 schools in the bottom 25% of academic performance. Supporters said robotics builds STEM pathways and workforce readiness; members questioned the proposed per‑school cost and suggested matching funds and caps.
A committee member presented Senate Bill 253, a proposal to establish a robotics pilot program in up to 10 Georgia schools that rank in the bottom 25% of academic performance. The sponsor described the initiative as a workforce and opportunity program to expand hands‑on STEM learning, align with career, technical and agricultural education (CTAE) pathways and address workforce…
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