Education - Purple Star Schools Program and Purple Star Colleges Program
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Became law
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “Education - Purple Star Schools Program and Purple Star Colleges Program” Read the full text
2026 session
What it does
Altering the definition of "military-connected student" under the Purple Star Schools Program to conform with certain terms defined under State law; and establishing the Purple Star Colleges Program to recognize certain colleges that provide strong services and support for military-connected students.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.
Where it is
First reading, house of origin · Feb 5, 2026
Hearing · Mar 4, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable · Mar 17, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 2, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 4, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Mar 8, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 6, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 19, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 20, 2026
The numbers
6
sponsors on the bill
Sponsors
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 671 (as of Aug 30, 2026).