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MS HB822
MS HB822Community and junior colleges; authorize boards of trustees to reduce or waive out-of-state tuition for certain students.
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 37-103-25, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Board Of Trustees Of Community And Junior Colleges Which Border Another State To Implement A Policy For Reducing Or Waiving Out-of-state Tuition For Nonresidents And Establish Criteria For Eligibility; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill allows the boards of trustees for community and junior colleges in Mississippi that border another state to create policies that reduce or completely waive out-of-state tuition for students who do not live in Mississippi, provided these policies meet certain eligibility criteria for the students and align with the college's educational mission. Previously, such waivers required a local industry, business, or state agency to reimburse the college for the waived tuition, but this bill removes that requirement, offering more flexibility for these institutions to attract students from neighboring states.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB0822.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/0800-0899/HB0822IN.htm |
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