Bill > HB1222

This bill modifies Indiana's laws regarding resident tuition rates for students at state educational institutions, creating a new pathway for certain individuals to qualify for in-state tuition rates. The bill establishes that an individual can be eligible for the resident tuition rate if they have attended an Indiana public or nonpublic high school for at least three years and have received a diploma or equivalent from an Indiana high school. The legislation expands verification requirements for eligibility, allowing individuals to verify their status through various means, including being a U.S. citizen, a qualified alien, authorized to work in the United States, or meeting specific conditions related to educational background. The bill also maintains existing restrictions on tuition eligibility for individuals not lawfully present in the United States, with an exception for those meeting the new high school attendance and graduation criteria. This change aims to provide more inclusive access to in-state tuition rates for students who have completed significant portions of their secondary education in Indiana, regardless of their immigration status. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, and give the state commission authority to adopt rules for implementing these changes.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1222/details