HB2487

Modifies provisions relating to higher education tuition

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2487 modifies higher education tuition residency requirements and public benefit eligibility for non-citizens.

Missouri HB2487 modifies provisions relating to higher education tuition and public benefits eligibility. The bill requires Missouri higher education institutions that receive state funds to consider individuals as Missouri residents for tuition purposes unless they provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence. It also mandates that applicants for state or local public benefits must verify their lawful presence in the U.S. Exceptions are made for emergency medical care, prenatal care, and certain other services.

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Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)