Bill > HB1556

This bill modifies existing Washington state law regarding tuition waivers at community and technical colleges by removing the age restriction of "nineteen years of age or older" for students who are seeking to complete their high school education. The bill allows community and technical college governing boards to waive all or part of tuition and fees for eligible residents who are enrolled in courses that will help them finish their high school education and obtain a diploma or certificate, even if they do not meet the traditional definition of an eligible student. The bill maintains existing provisions for fee waivers for children and surviving spouses of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and Washington state patrol officers who were killed or totally disabled in the line of duty. The legislation also preserves the ability of colleges to waive nonresident tuition fees for students completing high school requirements and for students in the regional education program for deaf students. This change aims to make high school completion more accessible by removing potential financial barriers for older students seeking to finalize their secondary education.

Education

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1556&Year=2025&Initiative=false