HIGHER EDUCATION: Establishes the Louisiana College without Debt Commission
This bill directs the Louisiana Board of Regents to conduct a comprehensive study on the state's need-based financial aid programs. The study must examine eligibility rules, how well current aid meets student needs, and how these programs align with workforce goals. It also requires comparing Louisiana's approach with other states and identifying barriers that prevent students from accessing available help. The Board of Regents must submit its findings and recommendations to several legislative committees by February 15, 2027.
Bill status
in committee
2 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
House Failed
May 2026
Governor
Introduced May 26, 2026
Last action Jun 1, 2026
Floor votes · House May 31, 2026
How they voted
48–46
Failed · 11 other
Total votes 105
May 31, 2026
D
Democratic33
90% Yea
R
Republican72
62% Nay
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
7
Key actions
0
Committee
0
May 31, 2026
Vote failed
House Vote: fail (48-46-11)
house
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Ed Murray
DDemocratic
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