H3271

In-State college tuition rates

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

South Carolina bill allows in-state tuition for certain students regardless of immigration status.

The bill amends South Carolina law to provide in-state tuition rates for students attending public institutions of higher education. Eligible students must have attended high school in the state for three or more years, graduated or received the equivalent of a high school diploma in the state, and enrolled no earlier than the fall semester of the 2026-2027 academic year. Students without lawful immigration status must file an affidavit stating they have applied to legalize their status or will do so when eligible.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Ways and Means

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled