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MO SB801

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/16/2012

Primary Sponsor

Jolie Justus

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends chapter 174, RSMo to create the "Missouri Tuition Equity Act" as section 174.820
  • Requires Missouri higher education institutions receiving state funds to classify individuals as Missouri residents for tuition, fees, and admission purposes if they meet all five conditions including attending Missouri high school for at least two years and graduating from a Missouri high school
  • Applies to individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents only if they provide an affidavit stating they will apply for permanent residency at the earliest opportunity
  • Requires institutions to keep all information collected under this section confidential as part of student admissions
  • Declares the act an emergency measure effective July 1, 2012, or upon governor's signature, whichever occurs later

Legislative Description

Creates the Missouri Tuition Equity Act

Last Action

Second Read and Referred S Education Committee

2/23/2012

Committee Referrals

Education2/23/2012

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