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MA S668

To ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents. Higher Education.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ensure tuition equity for Massachusetts residents by allowing certain students who have attended and graduated from a high school in the Commonwealth to be eligible for in-state tuition rates at state institutions of higher education, regardless of their immigration status. The bill outlines specific requirements and documentation that these students must provide to demonstrate their eligibility, such as registering with the Selective Service (if applicable), providing a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, and filing Massachusetts state income tax returns. The bill also specifies that the Department of Higher Education, in collaboration with public institutions of higher education, must promulgate regulations to facilitate the in-state tuition eligibility process.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2487 (on 04/26/2018)

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