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Committee restores $26.7 million in reappropriations, funds Blueprint for Literacy for FY2026

Committee on Higher Education Budget · February 5, 2026
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Summary

The House Committee on Higher Education Budget voted to restore $26.7 million in reappropriated scholarship funds for FY2026 and approved funding for the Blueprint for Literacy program; members emphasized timing issues for scholarship disbursements and incorporated reporting requirements.

The House Committee on Higher Education Budget voted to add $26,700,000 in state general funds to restore reappropriations for scholarships and to fund the Blueprint for Literacy program in fiscal year 2026. Dayton (staff) told the committee the bulk of the restored amount was for unspent scholarship funds, and the motion passed on a voice vote.

Chair (Speaker 1) introduced the motion and…

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