As the public awaits Gov. Josh Shapiro’s higher education reform plans, Pennsylvania Republican legislators have proposed their own initiatives. They suggest a grant program providing scholarships for students who agree to remain in Pennsylvania post-graduation. This includes similar benefits for out-of-state students who would receive in-state tuition rates in return for settling in the state.
Sen. Scott Martin, R-Strasburg, emphasizes the importance of drawing more people to Pennsylvania to study, work, and settle. The proposed “Grow PA” plan would grant scholarships up to $5,000 to students in priority fields at Pennsylvania universities and technical schools. Recipients would commit to working in Pennsylvania for 15 months for every year they received a scholarship, equating to five years for a four-year scholarship.
Rep. Jesse Topper, R-Bedford, highlights the need for trust and accountability in these investments to ensure they meet the state’s educational and workforce needs. He calls for shared responsibility between colleges and the government to reduce college costs.
Concerns have been raised about the lack of details from Gov. Shapiro’s office regarding his educational reforms, and surprise was expressed over Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Chancellor Dan Greenstein’s non-involvement in these discussions.
Sen. Joe Pittman, R-Indiana, criticizes Shapiro’s proposals for lacking viability and insists on developing their own initiatives. Funding for these educational strategies might be sourced from skill games—a semi-regulated gambling option available in various establishments across the state.
The proposal builds on former Gov. Tom Wolf’s 2022 plan, the “Nellie Bly Scholarship” program, which aimed to fund scholarships through pandemic stimulus and the state’s Racehorse Development Fund for students in high-priority fields who would also stay in Pennsylvania equivalent to the duration they received benefits.
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