Increases the income cap for the Excelsior scholarship from $125,000 to $150,000 for academic years 2026-2027 and beyond.
This bill amends the education law to raise the income cap for the Excelsior scholarship, a financial aid program for New York students. The cap will increase from $125,000 to $150,000 starting with the 2026-2027 academic year. This change aims to make more students eligible for the scholarship by expanding the income threshold.
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