After some controversy at its beginnings in 1993, the Georgia Lottery has proved wildly successful at generating revenue for the HOPE Scholarship. Gov. Brian Kemp announced on Tuesday that the scholarship just hit the $15 billion in aid, going to more than 2.1 million students in the last 31 years.
“After three straight years of record-breaking economic development, Georgians have more opportunity than ever before,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “The HOPE Scholarship has been essential to that growth by preparing a generation of students for success. This milestone reminds us of that incredible impact and the lasting legacy of former Governor Zell Miller.”
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