Relates to establishing the Gold Award and Eagle Scout achievement scholarship; authorizes a scholarship of $500 per year for high school graduates attending a New York state public post-secondary institution who have achieved a Gold Award from the Girl Scouts of the United States of America or an Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of America.

The bill establishes a scholarship program in New York for high school graduates who have earned the Gold Award from the Girl Scouts or the Eagle Scout rank from the Boy Scouts. It offers $500 per year to students attending public post-secondary institutions in New York. This initiative aims to recognize and reward the achievements of these young people.

Supporters of the bill would highlight it as a way to honor the dedication and hard work of young individuals who achieve significant milestones through scouting programs. They would argue that this scholarship provides financial support to help these students pursue higher education, encouraging more youth to engage in community service and leadership activities.

Critics might argue that the bill prioritizes specific organizations and may not address the broader financial needs of all students in New York. They could raise concerns about fairness, suggesting that scholarships should be available based on a wider range of achievements or needs rather than being limited to those associated with scouting programs.