MississippiSB 23682026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

Higher Education Legislative Plan Grant Program; amend.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

Income limits for student grants

A family meets the income test with yearly adjusted gross income of $42,500 or less when it has one child under 21. The limit rises by $5,000 for each additional child under 21. For an unemancipated applicant, the family includes the applicant, parents, and the parents’ other children under 21. For an emancipated applicant, it includes the applicant, spouse, and their children under 21. Income is checked through the FAFSA and, if selected, a verification process.

More students can get state tuition aid

Students pursuing an associate degree can qualify for state tuition payments. Applicants no longer need to complete the approved college preparatory curriculum. They must apply, meet the program’s other requirements, and receive funding only when money is available.

Tighter rules for state tuition grants

Students must be eligible for a federal Pell Grant before receiving state funds under this program. The law also removes the route that let applicants qualify after missing one listed requirement by 10% or less. Applicants must meet the program’s qualifications to receive state funds.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Nicole Boyd
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Gary Brumfield
Democratic • Senate
Albert Butler
Democratic • Senate

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 224 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/10/2026

Concurred in Amend From House

Yes: 52 • No: 0

House vote • 3/4/2026

Passed As Amended

Yes: 120 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/11/2026