Thousands of college students could lose scholarships they get from Louisiana’s popular Taylor Opportunity Program for Students and state-funded health clinics could be shuttered, if lawmakers are unable to find another way to fill the looming $750 million budget shortfall.

…TOPS was created as an incentive for Louisiana high schoolers to stay in the state for college and as a pathway for students who otherwise would not be able to afford to stay in school after they finish the 12th grade.

…Other cutbacks the latest plan identifies: Higher education would take a $46.1 million hit, Corrections would be cut $34.1 million, the judicial branch would face a $15.9 million cut, and the legislative budget would be slashed $7.3 million.

Gov. John Bel Edwards’ latest budget proposal includes deep cuts to TOPS, hospitals, higher ed | The Advocate — Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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