LR261

Interim study to examine the fiscal impact of unfunded, statutorily mandated tuition and fee waivers on Nebraska's public university, state colleges, community colleges, and the Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education

Introduced·5/15/25
Introduced Text

Nebraska LR261 proposes an interim study on the fiscal impact of unfunded tuition and fee waivers on public universities, state colleges, and.

Nebraska LR261 proposes an interim study to examine the fiscal impact of unfunded, statutorily mandated tuition and fee waivers on Nebraska's public universities, state colleges, community colleges, and the Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education. The study will assess the financial impact of these waivers on institutional budgets and the state's higher education systems. It will also evaluate the long-term sustainability of the waivers and their alignment with workforce development objectives.

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Where it stands

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Appropriations Committee
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History

Sep 5, 2025

Legislature

Notice of hearing for October 31, 2025

May 19, 2025

Legislature

Referred to Appropriations Committee

May 15, 2025

Legislature

Date of introduction