Bill > HB1071

This bill modifies Indiana's laws regarding resident tuition rates for students, specifically creating a pathway for certain students who may not be lawfully present in the United States to qualify for in-state tuition rates at state educational institutions. The bill establishes new eligibility criteria that allow students to pay resident tuition rates if they have attended an Indiana high school (public or nonpublic) for at least three years and have graduated from an Indiana high school. The legislation requires individuals to verify their status, which can include being a U.S. citizen, a qualified alien, or having federal work authorization. For undocumented students, they must not be applying for other public benefits and must meet the specific high school attendance and graduation requirements. The bill includes provisions for agencies to maintain verification documentation for at least five years and allows the state commission to adopt rules for implementing these new tuition rate guidelines. These changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, and represent a significant modification to the state's existing educational access policies for students with varied immigration statuses.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1071/details