Bill > S0720

This bill modifies Florida's statute on determining student resident status for tuition purposes by adding a provision that prevents an individual from losing their resident status solely because they are incarcerated in a state or federal correctional facility within Florida. Currently, incarceration might result in a student losing their in-state tuition classification, which could create additional barriers to education for imprisoned individuals. The bill ensures that students who are temporarily confined in correctional facilities will not be penalized by having their residency status changed, which could potentially impact their ability to access lower-cost educational opportunities at Florida's public educational institutions like state universities, Florida College System institutions, and technical career centers. The new provision will take effect on July 1, 2026, and involves a technical amendment to the existing statute by redesignating current subsections and inserting the new language about incarceration and resident status.

Budget and Finance

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/720