H5008

South Carolina Fostering Futures Act

Introduced·1/22/26
Introduced Text

Waives tuition and fees for certain current and former foster youth at South Carolina public institutions.

The South Carolina Fostering Futures Act requires public institutions of higher education to waive tuition and fees for certain current and former foster youth. Eligible students must be under 26 years old and meet specific criteria, such as being in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services on their 18th birthday or being adopted from foster care at age 13 or later. Institutions must provide support services, including priority access to housing and federal work-study positions.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Jan 22

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 22

House

Referred to Committee on Ways and Means