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OK HB3956
OK HB3956Higher education; waiver of tuition and fees for permanently disabled veterans; effective date; emergency.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to higher education; waiving tuition and fees for permanently disabled veterans; providing for codification; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, mandates that institutions within the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education must waive all tuition and fees for individuals who have been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces or Oklahoma National Guard and are certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as having a 100% permanent disability resulting from military service, with an emergency clause allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3956&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3956%20INT.PDF |
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