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Day 2: First New Education Bill of the Session Introduced in Senate: Additional Funding for Students in Poverty
- SB 381 would create targeted grants for school systems to assist students living in poverty.
- Grant funding equals 25% of base state funding per qualifying student.
- At least 90% of grant funds must directly support programs for those students.
- Unspent 90% portion would be returned to the State Board of Education.
- SB 381 has been assigned to the Senate Education & Youth Committee.
- Sen. Billy Hickman chairs the committee overseeing the bill.
- Georgia lawmakers highlighted upcoming events ahead of Gov. Kemp's State of the State address.
- Gov. Kemp is set to deliver the State of the State address on Jan. 14.
- Lawmakers plan a busy schedule through Jan. 16, including committee meetings and legislative days.
- The day featured previews of priorities from each chamber and education-focused policymakers.
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