03/17/2026 Senate Committee on Higher Education

Georgia State Senate Higher Education Committee · March 17, 2026

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Opening and prayer

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24:12 → 24:54(42s)

Chair opens the committee and asks Senator Howard to lead a prayer; Senator Howard prays for wisdom and selflessness. This marks the formal start of the hearing.

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A Georgia State Senate Higher Education Committee hearing considered three bills including House Bill 1413 (the DREAM scholarship and related provisions), a tuition-equalization amendment for a nursing program (HB 541), and a request to expand Georgia Military Service Scholarships at the University of North Georgia (HB 1328). Two bills (HB 541 and HB 1328) received unanimous do-pass recommendations; HB 1413 was heard (sections discussed) and continued for further consideration.

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