Senate Resolution No. by Senator Mizell urges the Board of Regents to conduct a comprehensive study of Louisiana's higher education financial aid programs, including the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS), the M.J. Foster Promise Program, and the Louisiana GO Grant program. The resolution emphasizes the importance of these programs in providing financial assistance to students pursuing postsecondary education and ensuring that all qualified students have access to higher education, regardless of their financial means. The study aims to identify barriers to eligibility, explore strategies for aligning eligibility criteria across programs, and assess how these programs can work together more effectively to support students and meet the state's workforce needs.

The Board of Regents is requested to submit a report of findings and recommendations to the House and Senate Committees on Education by February 14, 2025. The report should address specific issues such as barriers to program eligibility, strategies for improving program alignment with admission requirements, and any legislative recommendations necessary to enhance the effectiveness of financial assistance programs. This initiative seeks to strengthen Louisiana's educational attainment goals and workforce participation by maximizing the benefits of financial aid for students.