The bill proposes significant increases to the Hathaway scholarship program awards in Wyoming, amending several sections of the existing law. Specifically, the Hathaway opportunity scholarship will increase from $840 to $1,180 per semester for eligible students with a minimum GPA of 2.50. The Hathaway performance scholarship will rise from $1,260 to $1,770 per semester for students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and the Hathaway honor scholarship will see an increase from $1,680 to $2,360 per semester for students with a GPA of 3.5 or above. Additionally, the Hathaway provisional opportunity scholarship for community college students will also increase from $840 to $1,180 per semester.

Furthermore, the bill enhances the need-based Hathaway scholarship by raising the maximum award from $1,575 to $2,120 per year for students with unmet financial needs exceeding $2,000. It also establishes a minimum award of $150 per semester for qualifying students, up from the previous minimum of $105. These changes aim to provide greater financial support to students pursuing higher education in Wyoming, with the new provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

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Introduced: 21-16-1304, 21-16-1305, 21-16-1306