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MO SB783
Bill
Status
1/14/2010
Primary Sponsor
Jolie Justus
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "DREAM Act" (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act) to allow non-citizens and non-permanent residents to qualify for in-state tuition at Missouri higher education institutions that receive state funds.
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Requires individuals to have resided with a parent or guardian while attending a Missouri public or private high school and graduated or received a high school diploma equivalent in the state.
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Requires at least two years of school attendance in Missouri as of the date of high school graduation or diploma equivalency.
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Requires individuals who entered the U.S. prior to the bill's enactment to provide an affidavit stating they will apply for permanent U.S. residency at the earliest eligible opportunity.
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Declared an emergency act effective July 1, 2010, or upon gubernatorial signature, whichever occurs later.
Legislative Description
Provides that certain aliens who meet certain requirements will receive in-state tuition at college and universities
Last Action
Hearing Conducted S Education Committee
2/24/2010