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MS HB755
MS HB755Community colleges; authorize boards of trustees to waive out-of-state tuition to certain students upon agreement to remain in the state.
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Introduced
02/10/2020
02/10/2020
In Committee
05/12/2020
05/12/2020
Crossed Over
03/05/2020
03/05/2020
Passed
Dead
06/09/2020
06/09/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 37-103-25, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Boards Of Trustees Of The Community And Junior Colleges To Approve Institution Specific Policies Permitting The Waiver Of Out-of-state Tuition For Students Who Enter Into An Agreement To Remain A Resident Of The State Of Mississippi For A Minimum Of Two Years After Receiving His Or Her Associate's Degree; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the boards of trustees of Mississippi's community and junior colleges to approve institution-specific policies that allow the waiver of out-of-state tuition for students who agree to remain residents of Mississippi for at least two years after receiving their associate's degree. The bill specifies that if a student fails to fulfill the residency requirement, they will become liable for the total amount of out-of-state tuition waived, plus a 5% penalty and any accrued interest at the current unsubsidized Federal Stafford loan rate. The bill also clarifies that state funds can only be allocated and spent on students residing within Mississippi, with an exception for associate degree nursing students living outside the state.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 06/09/2020)
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