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CT HB05120

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/4/2017

Primary Sponsor

Melissa Ziobron

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires each public institution of higher education to include specific language in tuition cost documentation sent to students or those paying tuition.

  • Mandates notification that a certain amount of funds are set aside from anticipated tuition revenue for tuition waivers, tuition remissions, grants, and student employment for matriculated students demonstrating substantial financial need.

  • Requires disclosure that an additional amount may be set aside from anticipated tuition revenue for financial assistance to students with financial need who would not otherwise be eligible for aid.

  • Applies to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full or part-time in degree-granting programs, as well as those enrolled in precollege remedial programs.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Transparency Regarding Tuition Costs.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/23

2/17/2017

Committee Referrals

Higher Education and Employment Advancement1/4/2017

Full Bill Text

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