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MO HB972
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/28/2013
Primary Sponsor
Judy Morgan
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AI Summary
- Adds section 174.820 to Missouri law establishing the "Missouri Tuition Equity Act" effective July 1, 2013
- Requires Missouri higher education institutions receiving state funds to classify individuals as Missouri residents for tuition, fees, and admission purposes if they meet five conditions: resided with parent/guardian while attending Missouri high school, graduated from Missouri high school or received equivalent diploma, attended school in Missouri for at least two years, entered the United States before enactment, and (if not a citizen or permanent resident) provided an affidavit committing to apply for permanent residency at the earliest opportunity
- Prohibits state-funded Missouri higher education institutions from denying admission based solely on immigration status if student meets the act's requirements
- Requires institutions to keep confidential all information collected during admission under this section
- Declares the act an emergency measure necessary for the immediate preservation of public health, welfare, peace and safety
Legislative Description
Establishes the Missouri Tuition Equity Act
Last Action
Referred: Higher Education(H)
5/17/2013
Committee Referrals
Higher Education5/17/2013
Full Bill Text
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