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This bill proposes to amend three sections of the state's general statutes to provide tuition waivers for members of any federally recognized Native American tribes who reside in the state and wish to attend public institutions of higher education. The key provision is to eliminate financial barriers to higher education for Native American students by ensuring they can attend state-run colleges and universities without paying tuition. By specifying "federally recognized" tribes, the bill ensures that only tribes with official federal acknowledgment will be eligible for this benefit. The tuition waiver would apply to all public higher education institutions in the state, which could include community colleges, state universities, and other public colleges. This legislation aims to support educational opportunities for Native American communities by reducing the economic burden of pursuing higher education and potentially helping to increase college attendance and completion rates among Native American students.

Education

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