SB814

Allows undocumented students to be considered residents of Hawaii for tuition, financial assistance, and university program participation.

This bill allows certain undocumented students to be considered residents of Hawaii for tuition, financial assistance, and university program participation. To qualify, students must have established residency in Hawaii for at least twelve months, attended a U.S. high school for at least three years, attained a diploma or equivalent, and filed for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or affirmed intent to file. This aims to provide educational and career opportunities for these students, enabling them to better afford Hawaii's high cost of living.