HB2487

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.