❌ HB25
Establish the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program
Summary
The bill establishes the Foster-to-College Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships to qualifying students who have been placed in foster care or noncertified kinship care. It requires the Department of Education and Workforce to hire a full-time school foster care liaison to assist these students with their educational transitions and scholarship applications. The program will begin in the 2025-2026 academic year and is funded through state appropriations.
Rationale
The bill increases government involvement in education and welfare, which conflicts with Libertarian principles advocating for minimal government intervention and the promotion of free markets. It also imposes financial obligations on the state, which contradicts the LPO's stance against government spending and taxation.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government spending
- Potential for dependency on state assistance
- Limited private sector involvement in education