Bill > H1236

This bill aims to ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents by allowing certain individuals, who have attended a high school in the commonwealth for 3 or more years and graduated or attained an equivalent degree, to pay in-state tuition rates and fees at any state institution of higher education in Massachusetts, regardless of their immigration status. The bill outlines the documentation that these individuals must provide to demonstrate their eligibility, such as registering for selective service (if applicable), providing a valid social security number or individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN), filing a Massachusetts income tax return annually, and submitting an affidavit stating their intent to apply for citizenship or legal permanent residence within 120 days of eligibility. The Department of Higher Education is also required to collaborate with public institutions of higher education to promulgate regulations to facilitate the in-state tuition eligibility process.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1236