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OK HB2888

Bill

Status

Passed

5/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Townley

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes Bacone College and St. Gregory's University from the list of institutions eligible for Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grants, leaving 12 private, not-for-profit colleges and universities eligible

  • Modifies income eligibility requirements by removing consideration of nontaxable income sources; the $50,000 annual income cap now applies only to taxable income

  • Grant amounts remain at $2,000 per academic year ($1,000 per semester) for eligible full-time undergraduate Oklahoma residents attending qualifying private institutions

  • Eligible institutions must be domiciled in Oklahoma, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission or recognized national accrediting body, and have received not-for-profit status from the IRS and U.S. Department of Education prior to July 1, 2012

  • Effective date: November 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Higher education; Oklahoma Tuition Equalization Grant; effective date.

Last Action

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/08/2025

5/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Education4/1/2025
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee2/4/2025
Appropriations and Budget2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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