HB1489

Establishing the Lifeline Scholarship Program and the Lifeline Scholarship Fund; and conferring powers and imposing duties on the State Treasury and Auditor General.

Introduced·5/21/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1489 establishes the Lifeline Scholarship Program to provide scholarships for eligible students to attend nonpublic schools.

Pennsylvania HB1489 establishes the Lifeline Scholarship Program, administered by the State Treasury, to provide scholarships for eligible students to attend nonpublic schools. Eligible students must reside in Pennsylvania, not have a high school diploma, and meet income or school performance criteria. Scholarships cover tuition, school-related fees, and special education services. The program includes a Lifeline Scholarship Fund and allows for third-party administration. The State Treasury has duties such as developing guidelines, making payments, and reporting.

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Education Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 21, 2025

House

Referred to Education