MI SB1140

Adds new eligibility requirements for North American Indians to receive free tuition at Michigan public community colleges, public universities, and federal tribally controlled community colleges, including 48 months of state residency (increased from 12 months), completion of high school grades 9-12 in Michigan, and graduation within 10 years.

Limits tuition waivers to students enrolled in programs leading to degrees, certificates, or credentials no higher than a bachelor's degree, with a maximum of 130 postsecondary credits completed.

Requires students to maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by their institution and have annual household income not exceeding 500% of the federal poverty level.

Requires tribe membership in a tribe in compliance with all compacts with Michigan and verification of at least 1/4 quantum blood status by tribal association and the department of civil rights.

Transfers administration and reimbursement responsibilities from the Michigan Commission on Indian Affairs to the department of civil rights, which shall annually reimburse institutions for tuition waived and report to the legislature on approved applications and total payments.