Bill > HB2185

This bill aims to assist spouses and dependents of active duty military personnel by ensuring affordable access to higher education. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Expanding the definition of "resident student" to include the spouse or dependent of a person who is on active military duty stationed in Washington or stationed out-of-state but has maintained a Washington domicile. This allows these individuals to qualify for in-state tuition rates. 2. Clarifying that a student who qualifies as a resident student under certain provisions, such as being the spouse or dependent of an active duty military member, will retain that status as long as they remain continuously enrolled at an institution of higher education. 3. Defining important terms related to active military duty, active duty service, and the uniformed services to provide context and clarity for the residency requirements. The overall intent of the bill is to make higher education more accessible and affordable for the families of active duty military personnel in Washington.