S.3245

Revises high school student financial aid application requirements.

Chamber Passed·6/30/26

Makes permanent the requirement for high school students to complete a financial aid application.

This bill revises high school student financial aid application requirements, making permanent the need for students to complete a financial aid application as a prerequisite to receiving a high school diploma. It allows for exemptions if a waiver is submitted by the student or their parent or guardian. The bill also mandates that the Executive Director of the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority provide resources to facilitate the completion of these applications.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 34–6 · Jun 30
Current
Higher Education Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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6 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 1

10:00 AM

Senate Education Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Passed by the Senate (34-6)

Jun 30

Assembly

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Higher Education Committee

Jun 18

Senate

Senate Amendment (Voice) (Ruiz)